# Where to watch Benkei (1997) in the UK

> Benkei (1997) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 146 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 10.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-06T23:53:17.416Z)  

## Synopsis

At the end of the Heian period, Musashibo Benkei, a warrior monk who hated the Heike clan, was humiliated by his fellow monks and left the mountain monastery. Soon, Benkei competes with the Heike warriors on the Gojo Bridge in Kyoto and takes away their swords. One night he tried to stop a young man who had a beautiful sword on his belt and fought him, but he could not win. Knowing that this young man Ushiwakamaru (Minamoto no Yoshitsune) is looking for an opportunity to overthrow the Heike clan, Benkei asks him to let him join him.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for Benkei in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Benkei in the UK?**

Benkei (1997) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is Benkei on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Benkei is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1028260/benkei-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/hAikXJTFXuLSLXxB8kRy6PbqCmU.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1028260/benkei-1997.json

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