# 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 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1958  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T15:35:31.190Z)  

## Synopsis

In Kabuki style, the film tells the story of a remote mountain village where the scarcity of food leads to a voluntary but socially-enforced policy in which relatives carry 70-year-old family members up Narayama mountain to die. Granny Orin is approaching 70, content to embrace her fate. Her widowed son Tatsuhei cannot bear losing his mother, even as she arranges his marriage to a widow his age. Her grandson Kesa, who's girlfriend is pregnant, is selfishly happy to see Orin die. Around them, a family of thieves are dealt with severely, and an old man, past 70, whose son has cast him out, scrounges for food. Will Orin's loving and accepting spirit teach and ennoble her family?

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama)

## 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.

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

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/116690/the-ballad-of-narayama-1958
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/kwvNyyXFsVAPg9PYQsogcXj99lV.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/116690/the-ballad-of-narayama-1958.json

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