The Sacrifice (1986)
Kernel Score: 88% · 602 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama
Released: 1986-05-09
Runtime: 149 minutes
Where to watch The Sacrifice
- Stream: Klassiki, Kino Film Collection
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Alexander, a journalist, philosopher and retired actor, celebrates a birthday with friends and family when it is announced that nuclear war has begun.
The Sacrifice parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Sacrifice is a PG philosophical drama centered on the announcement of nuclear war during a birthday gathering.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Centers on the looming threat of nuclear war (World War III) though rated PG with no graphic depiction.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Erland Josephson as Alexander
- Susan Fleetwood as Adelaide
- Allan Edwall as Otto
- Guðrún Gísladóttir as Maria
- Sven Wollter as Victor
- Valérie Mairesse as Julia
- Filippa Franzén as Marta
- Tommy Kjellqvist as Little Man
- Per Källman as Ambulance Driver
- Tommy Nordahl as Ambulance Driver
The Sacrifice FAQ
Is The Sacrifice good?
The Sacrifice has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 602 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Sacrifice?
In the US you can stream The Sacrifice on Klassiki and Kino Film Collection, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Sacrifice OK for kids?
The Sacrifice is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Sacrifice is a PG philosophical drama centered on the announcement of nuclear war during a birthday gathering.
What movies are like The Sacrifice?
If you liked The Sacrifice, try Empire of the Sun, Mr. Church, The Book Thief and Trumbo.