The Mercy movie poster

The Mercy

2018 · 1h 42m · Released

PG-13 Drama, Adventure

In 1968, Donald Crowhurst, an amateur sailor, endangers the fate of his family and business, and his own life, blinded by his ambition to compete in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, attempting to become the first person in history to single-handedly circumnavigate the world without making any stopover.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
5.9 The Movie Database
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N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Mercy

Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Pluto TV, Plex, and Tubi TV.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Official Trailer
60" Trailer
The Mercy interview with Colin Firth and Rachel Weisz | Inside Picturehouse

Top cast and crew

James Marsh Director
Colin Firth Donald Crowhurst
Rachel Weisz Clare Crowhurst
David Thewlis Rodney Hallworth
Mark Gatiss Ronald Hall
Genevieve Gaunt 'Miss Teignmouth'
Jonathan Bailey Ian Wheeler
Andrew Buchan Ian Milburn
Simon McBurney Sir Francis Chichester
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Frequently asked questions about The Mercy

Where can I watch The Mercy in the United States?

The Mercy is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Pluto TV, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is The Mercy on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes. The Mercy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside fuboTV, Pluto TV, Plex, and Tubi TV.

Can I watch The Mercy for free?

The Mercy streams free with ads in the United States on Pluto TV, Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Mercy?

The Mercy scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Mercy?

The Mercy stars Colin Firth, Rachel Weisz, David Thewlis, Mark Gatiss, and Genevieve Gaunt. James Marsh is the director.

How long is The Mercy?

The Mercy runs 1h 42m (102 minutes).

When did The Mercy come out?

The Mercy was released on February 9, 2018.

Which studio made The Mercy?

The Mercy was produced by BBC Film, Blueprint Pictures, and StudioCanal UK in the United Kingdom.

What was the budget for The Mercy?

The Mercy was made on a budget of $18,000,000.

How much did The Mercy make at the box office?

The Mercy grossed $4,536,348 worldwide, against a budget of $18,000,000.

What languages is The Mercy in?

The Mercy is in English and Spanish, and its original language is English.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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