The Assignment
2026, Dutch. Directed by Patrice Toye.
The summer of 1947. Although it is already the second year of peace following the devastating Second World War, its deep wounds are still everywhere. Thirteen-year-old Ewout, is also recovering from the conflict. He is just a boy, but he wants to be a man of distinction. He joins the scouts to prove himself. Unfortunately, things do not go to plan, and the others turn against him.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- Not out yet
- Language
- Dutch
- Rated
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Releases 19 November 2026. Add it to your watchlist so you don’t miss it.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 19 November 2026
- Original title
- De Opdracht
- Country
- Belgium, Germany, Netherlands
- Written by
- Patrice Toye, Peter Seynaeve
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How long is The Assignment?
The Assignment runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does The Assignment have a post-credits scene?
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What movies are like The Assignment?
If you liked The Assignment, try The War Below, The Forgotten Battle, WILL.
Who directed The Assignment?
The Assignment (2026) was directed by Patrice Toye and stars Mathisse De Sutter, Thibaud Dooms, Felix Heremans.