# Where to watch Sadakichi Shimizu, the Armed Robber (1899) in the UK

> Sadakichi Shimizu, the Armed Robber (1899) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1899  
**Runtime:** 2 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 10.0/10  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T16:10:00.527Z)  

## Synopsis

'Armed Robber Shimizu Sadakicchi' is considered Japan's debut film and came on the heels of the country obtaining its first film camera. It famously was only a couple of minutes' long as its film reel was only seventy feet long. It featured who is considered to be Japan's first film actor Unpei Yokoyama who was one of two actors in the film. It features one scene where a robber is apprehended by the police.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Sadakichi Shimizu, the Armed Robber in the UK?**

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## Sources

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