Where to watch The Ballad of Narayama (1983) in the UK
The Ballad of Narayama (1983) is currently available to stream in the UK on Arrow Video Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Only Time Could Change the Cruelty of Tradition… Only Their Love Could Survive It…
In a small village in a valley everyone who reaches the age of 70 must leave the village and go to a certain mountain top to die. If anyone should refuse they would disgrace their family. Old Orin is 69. This winter it is her turn to go to the mountain. But first she must make sure that her eldest son Tatsuhei finds a wife.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Ballad of Narayama.
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Ken OgataTatsuhei -
Sumiko SakamotoOrin
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Tonpei HidariRisuke -
Aki TakejoTamayan -
Shoichi OzawaKatsuzô -
Fujio TokitaJinsaku -
Sanshō ShinsuiZeniya Tadayan -
Seiji KurasakiKesakichi
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The Ballad of Narayama — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Ballad of Narayama in the UK?
The Ballad of Narayama (1983) is currently included in subscriptions to Arrow Video Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube 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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube 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 currently included with: Arrow Video Amazon Channel.
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