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The Sacrifice

7.719862h 29m12MovieDrama

Alexander, a journalist, philosopher and retired actor, celebrates a birthday with friends and family when it is announced that nuclear war has begun.

DirectorAndrei Tarkovsky
WriterAndrei Tarkovsky
ProducerAnna-Lena Wibom

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Cast · Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky

EJErland Josephson
Erland Josephson
Alexander
SFSusan Fleetwood
Susan Fleetwood
Adelaide
AEAllan Edwall
Allan Edwall
Otto
GGGuðrún Gísladóttir
Guðrún Gísladóttir
Maria
SWSven Wollter
Sven Wollter
Victor
VMValérie Mairesse
Valérie Mairesse
Julia
FF
Filippa Franzén
Marta
TK
Tommy Kjellqvist
Little Man
PK
Per Källman
Ambulance Driver
TN
Tommy Nordahl
Ambulance Driver
TATintin Anderzon
Tintin Anderzon
(voice)
JFJane Friedmann
Jane Friedmann
(voice)

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The Sacrifice — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Sacrifice?

The Sacrifice is streaming on Curzon, Klassiki and Channel 4 Plus in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Sacrifice on Netflix?

No, The Sacrifice is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Curzon and Klassiki.

Is The Sacrifice on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Sacrifice for free?

The Sacrifice is available to stream free (with ads) on Channel 4 in United Kingdom.