Where to watch The Ballad of Narayama (1958) in the UK
The Ballad of Narayama (1958) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 1 July 2026 by ScreenSearch.
With my mother on my back, now is the time to say goodbye to this world.
In a remote village where food is scarce, elders who reach the age of 70 are carried by their children to the top of a nearby mountain to die in solitude. Orin, a vibrant 69-year-old grandmother, has accepted her fate — but struggles to prepare the rest of her family for the ritual.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Ballad of Narayama.
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Kinuyo TanakaOrin -
Teiji TakahashiTatsuhei -
Yūko MochizukiTamayan -
Seiji MiyaguchiMatayan -
Yūnosuke ItōMatayan's son -
Ken MitsudaTeruyan
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Danko IchikawaKesakichi -
Keiko OgasawaraMatsu-yan
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The Ballad of Narayama — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Ballad of Narayama in the UK?
The Ballad of Narayama (1958) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and buy on Apple TV Store in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent The Ballad of Narayama?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Ballad of Narayama?
Yes. The Ballad of Narayama can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Ballad of Narayama on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
The Ballad of Narayama is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
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