Time is running out for subscribers who want to experience one of Mel Gibson's most acclaimed directorial efforts. Hacksaw Ridge, the Oscar-winning World War II drama starring Andrew Garfield, will be removed from Netflix on July 31, 2026. The streaming giant has confirmed the departure date, leaving fans just a few weeks to revisit—or discover—this powerful true story.
Directed by Gibson, Hacksaw Ridge tells the incredible real-life tale of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who served as a combat medic during the Battle of Okinawa. Refusing to carry a weapon due to his religious beliefs, Doss single-handedly saved 75 wounded soldiers under relentless enemy fire. The film earned six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director for Gibson, and Best Actor for Garfield. It ultimately won two Oscars for Film Editing and Sound Mixing.
Released in 2016, Hacksaw Ridge was both a critical and commercial success. It holds an 84% critics' score and a 92% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, and it grossed over $180 million worldwide against a $40 million budget. The film also features strong supporting performances from Sam Worthington and Hugo Weaving.
While Hacksaw Ridge is also available on Paramount Plus in the U.S., that service has not announced any plans to remove it. Netflix's July 31 deadline means viewers who rely on that platform should plan accordingly. For those looking for other perfect Netflix shows under 20 episodes, there are plenty of options to explore after Hacksaw Ridge departs.
Gibson has been relatively quiet on the directing front in recent years, but he's gearing up for a major return. He's currently working on two sequels to The Passion of the Christ—titled The Resurrection of the Christ Part 1 and 2—which are slated for theatrical releases in 2027 and 2028. Lionsgate recently released a first look at the films and confirmed that the original Passion will return to theaters to build anticipation. Gibson's last directorial feature before these projects was the 2025 aviation thriller Flight Risk, starring Mark Wahlberg.
Beyond Hacksaw Ridge, Gibson is celebrated for other historical epics like Braveheart and The Patriot. But for many, his 2016 war film remains a standout—a gripping, emotional, and inspiring story that showcases both his filmmaking skill and Garfield's remarkable performance. Many fans still argue that Garfield deserved the Oscar for Best Actor that year.
If you haven't seen Hacksaw Ridge yet—or want to watch it again before it disappears—now is the time. Mark your calendar for July 31 and make sure to stream this modern classic while it's still on Netflix. For more updates on what's leaving and arriving on streaming services, stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot.
