Film · 2003 · Where to watch
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World
Updated November 2, 2026
The courage to do the impossible lies in the hearts of men.
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is included with two subscriptions in the US — AppleTV+ and AppleTV+ Amazon Channel — plus three rent-or-buy options. Here is the full list and the cheapest way in.
After a violent encounter damages a British naval ship, its captain leads a determined pursuit of a French warship across two oceans. As the chase tests his sense of duty and ambition, he must also protect his loyal crew and navigate the bond with his thoughtful surgeon and closest friend.
- Year
- 2003
- TMDB rating
- 7.2/10 · 3.7k votes
- Genre
- Adventure, Drama, War
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Rated
- PG-13
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How to watch Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is included with two different subscriptions — AppleTV+ and AppleTV+ Amazon Channel — so if you already pay for any of them there is nothing extra to buy.
To own it instead, you can rent from $2.99 on Google Play, AppleTV and Fandango at Home.
AppleTV+, AppleTV+ Amazon Channel, AppleTV and Fandango at Home stream it in 4K; the others top out at HD.
The film released in 2003, runs 2h 18m and is rated PG-13.
Directed by Peter Weir and starring Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, James D'Arcy and Robert Pugh.
Common questions
Is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World on Apple TV+?
Yes. As of November 2, 2026, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is on Apple TV+ in the US with a subscription.
Is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World on Netflix?
No. As of November 2, 2026, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is not streaming on Netflix in the US. It is on AppleTV+ and AppleTV+ Amazon Channel instead.
Can I watch Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World for free?
Not without a subscription. There is no ad-supported free stream in the US right now; the closest is a free trial on AppleTV+ and AppleTV+ Amazon Channel where one is offered.
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