1957 · movie · NR · 1h 36m
The Seventh Seal
The story of a challenge to death.
Is The Seventh Seal on Netflix?
No. The Seventh Seal (1957) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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When disillusioned Swedish knight Antonius Block returns home from the Crusades to find his country in the grips of the Black Death, he challenges Death to a chess match for his life. Tormented by the belief that God does not exist, Block sets off on a journey, meeting up with traveling players Jof and his wife, Mia, and becoming determined to evade Death long enough to commit one redemptive act while he still lives.
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How we got to 78.1
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 8.1/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 38 | none |
The Seventh Seal: common questions
Is The Seventh Seal on Netflix?
No. The Seventh Seal (1957) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal (1957) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is The Seventh Seal worth watching?
It scores 78.1/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in A-tier: excellent.
How long is The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What is The Seventh Seal rated?
The Seventh Seal is rated NR in the US.
Who is in The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal stars Gunnar Björnstrand, Bengt Ekerot, Nils Poppe, Max von Sydow.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.