# Where to watch Private Detective DOBU 1 (1981) in the UK

> Private Detective DOBU 1 (1981) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 91 minutes  
**Genres:** Action, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T20:53:32.555Z)  

## Synopsis

Dobu (Kunie Tanaka) used to be a soldier but now is a private detective. Three vagrants were killed in a shrine, and Dobu found out that those three had a grudge on a timber whole seller, Hinokiya. He reunited with Zirokichi (Takeo Chii), one of his friends and Nezumi Kozo (a thief) , and he infiltrates Hinokiya together.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Private%20Detective%20DOBU%201)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Private Detective DOBU 1 for free in the UK?**

Private Detective DOBU 1 (1981) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**Is Private Detective DOBU 1 on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Private Detective DOBU 1 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/1275556/private-detective-dobu-1-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/vUDge3akaecdm6GHGuTndpYxcpQ.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1275556/private-detective-dobu-1-1981.json

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