The Seventh Seal (1957): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: The Seventh Seal
Director: Ingmar Bergman
Genre: Fantasy, Drama
Released: 1957
Duration: 96 min
Cast: Gunnar Björnstrand, Bengt Ekerot, Nils Poppe, Max von Sydow, Bibi Andersson

What The Seventh Seal Is About

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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What is The Seventh Seal about?

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.

Where can I watch The Seventh Seal?

The Seventh Seal is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Seventh Seal?

The Seventh Seal runs for 96 minutes (1h 36m).

When did The Seventh Seal come out?

The Seventh Seal was released in 1957.

Who directed The Seventh Seal?

The Seventh Seal was directed by Ingmar Bergman.

Who stars in The Seventh Seal?

The Seventh Seal stars Gunnar Björnstrand, Bengt Ekerot, Nils Poppe, Max von Sydow.

What is The Seventh Seal's rating?

The Seventh Seal holds 8.1/10 on IMDb and 8.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 88 out of 100.