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The Mission

7.419862h 5mPGMovieAdventureDramaAction

When a Spanish Jesuit goes into the South American wilderness to build a mission in the hope of converting the Indians of the region, a slave hunter is converted and joins his mission. When Spain sells the colony to Portugal, they are…

DirectorRoland Joffé
WriterRobert Bolt
ProducersDavid Puttnam·Alejandro Azzano

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Cast · Directed by Roland Joffé

RNRobert De Niro
Robert De Niro
Rodrigo Mendoza
JIJeremy Irons
Jeremy Irons
Father Gabriel
RMRay McAnally
Ray McAnally
Cardinal Altamirano
AQAidan Quinn
Aidan Quinn
Felipe Mendoza
LNLiam Neeson
Liam Neeson
Father John Fielding
CLCherie Lunghi
Cherie Lunghi
Carlotta
RPRonald Pickup
Ronald Pickup
Hontar
CLChuck Low
Chuck Low
Don Cabeza
BM
Bercelio Moya
Indian Boy
SI
Sigifredo Ismare
Witch Doctor
DBDaniel Berrigan
Daniel Berrigan
Sebastian
CSCarlos Duplat Sanjuan
Carlos Duplat Sanjuan
Portuguese Commander

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The Mission — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Mission?

The Mission is streaming on Howdy and YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Mission on Netflix?

No, The Mission is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Howdy and YouTube Free.

Is The Mission on Amazon Prime Video?

The Mission isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Mission for free?

The Mission is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United States.

Is The Mission based on a true story?

Yes — The Mission is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).