# Where to watch Nichiren (1979) in the UK

> Nichiren (1979) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1979  
**Runtime:** 141 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** History, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T12:21:58.482Z)  

## Synopsis

An epic drama about Nichiren's life. Nichiren was a Buddhist monk who lived for 60 years during the Kamakura period (1185-1333) in Japan. Nichiren taught devotion to the Lotus Sutra as the exclusive means to attain enlightenment. Because of his devout belief, Nichiren is met with opposition throught his travels, with life on the line, can Nichiren accomplish his goal?

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

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

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

Nichiren 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

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/472651/nichiren-1979
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- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/472651/nichiren-1979.json

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