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The Convert (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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The Convert is a 2024 action drama directed by Lee Tamahori, starring Guy Pearce as Thomas Munro, Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne and Leonard Mathews. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and earned $732,635 worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Lead Actor at the AACTA Awards 2025. Critics gave it 66 on Metacritic. Stream it on Hoopla and Hulu, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

worldwide gross
$732.6K
award nomination
1
Echo Score
78
Metascore
66
The Convert (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 59m (119 min)
Director
Lee Tamahori
Genres
Action , Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Convert About?

The premise of The Convert without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

In 1830s Britain, a lay preacher with a troubled past arrives at a remote settlement, where his history is stirred anew by conflict between Maori tribes. As violence escalates, his faith is challenged, forcing him to confront the forces that threaten to consume him and determine his ultimate fate.

The Convert Themes & Keywords

· 1 tag
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Where to watch

Where to Watch The Convert

Stream it on Hoopla and Hulu, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

The Convert Cast & Characters

Guy Pearce leads the cast as Thomas Munro, with Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne as Rangimai and Leonard Mathews as Maianui Elder, Akatarewa Warrior. Directed by Lee Tamahori; 20 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

The Convert Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Convert 66 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 78/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).

78 /100

The Convert Echo Score Breakdown

The Convert demonstrates strong visual and performative elements but suffers from uneven narrative momentum. While many critics highlighted the film’s vivid direction and compelling period atmosphere, the script’s shifts between swashbuckling action and measured drama generate occasional tonal disconnects. The central performances are generally praised, lending depth to the cultural context even as some character arcs feel underdeveloped. Ultimately, the film’s impressive craftwork is tempered by inconsistent pacing, resulting in a sizable but uneven historical epic.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of art and craft, The Convert excels with its striking visual compositions and assured directorial choices. Critics noted Gin Loane’s lush cinematography and imposing landscapes, while action sequences benefit from robust production design and visceral staging. Occasional framing feels uneven, but the film’s overall visual cohesion establishes a compelling period aesthetic.

  • Character & Emotion 78

    In terms of character and emotion, performances are widely praised for their conviction and cultural authenticity. The principal cast delivers nuanced portrayals that evoke the film’s historical stakes, though some secondary arcs lack sufficient depth or emotional resonance. Overall, the actors’ commitment anchors the narrative, even as certain character developments feel underexplored.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of story and flow, The Convert offers an engaging depiction of 19th-century conflicts with moments of compelling thematic exploration. Reviewers highlighted the blend of action and period drama, yet many pointed to uneven pacing and loosely integrated narrative threads. While historical liberties enhance emotional impact, the shifting tone occasionally dilutes the plot’s overall coherence.

  • Sensory Experience 82

    In terms of sensory experience, the film impresses with its evocative soundscapes and captivating visual textures. Critics praised the score’s integration with Gin Loane’s cinematography, which captures both lush forests and stark coastal vistas. Sound design underlines the visceral action sequences, reinforcing the period atmosphere and immersing the audience in a vivid historical setting.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    In terms of rewatch factor, reactions are more tempered, reflecting the film’s uneven narrative rhythm. While some thematic layers and scenic compositions may invite further exploration, the intermittent tonal shifts and underdeveloped subplots could limit its appeal on repeated viewings. Consequently, The Convert retains moderate replay value for enthusiasts of historical drama.

Plot

The Convert Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in The Convert from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In 1830, Thomas Munro, a lay minister from Britain, arrives in New Zealand on a storm-stricken ship and, during a clash between two Māori tribes, intercedes on behalf of Rangimai, a young daughter of Maianui, the chieftain (rangatira) of the one tribe, to save her from being killed by the warriors of Akatarewa, rangatira of the other tribe, trading his horse with Akatarewa in return for her life. Having been delivered to a British settlement called Epworth, where Munro is to perform missionary work, he becomes Rangimai’s religion tutor in Christianity.

Full summary

The whole story of The Convert, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

The Convert Box Office

The Convert grossed $732,635 worldwide. $5,491 came from the US and Canada and $727,144 (99%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$732.6K

US & Canada
$5.5K
International
$727.1K
US & Canada 1% Rest of the world 99%
Awards

The Convert Awards & Nominations

The Convert earned 1 award nomination, including Best Lead Actor at the AACTA Awards 2025.

1 nomination1 ceremony

Videos

The Convert Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official US Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Convert?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

The Convert Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “Новообращенный” and “تغییر عقیده”.

Also known as
  • Новообращенный
  • تغییر عقیده
  • The Convert - Er kämpft für den Frieden
  • 워리어스: 전쟁의 서막
  • На краю Земли
  • 皈依者
  • Dönüşüm
  • ההמרה
  • Convertirea
  • Навернений
  • Próba wiary, გარდაქმნა
  • Atsivertėlis
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  • Kẻ Cải Đạo

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FAQ

The Convert FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of The Convert, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Convert?

The Convert runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

When was The Convert released?

The Convert was released on July 12, 2024.

Who directed The Convert?

The Convert was directed by Lee Tamahori.

More films by Lee Tamahori

Who is in the cast of The Convert?

The Convert stars Guy Pearce as Thomas Munro, Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne as Rangimai and Leonard Mathews as Maianui Elder, Akatarewa Warrior, among 20 credited actors.

Where can I watch The Convert?

In the US, The Convert is streaming on Hoopla, Hulu and Kanopy and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did The Convert make at the box office?

The Convert grossed $732,635 worldwide ($5,491 domestic, $727,144 international).

How is The Convert rated?

The Convert has 66 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.

Was The Convert nominated for any awards?

The Convert received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

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