# 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.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1983  
**Runtime:** 130 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T21:00:06.950Z)  

## Synopsis

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.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Arrow Video Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Ballad%20of%20Narayama+film)

## 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.

**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/42113/the-ballad-of-narayama-1983
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/h3iNimtw6HsFTtAvEDF3XYZ4Y5T.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/42113/the-ballad-of-narayama-1983.json

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