# Where to watch Thugs of Shinjuku (1970) in the UK

> Thugs of Shinjuku (1970) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1970  
**Runtime:** 87 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Genres:** Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T14:33:18.499Z)  

## Synopsis

Fresh out of jail, a smart-mouth wise guy Goro takes the name “Big Brother Katsumata.” Not fitting in well with established gangs, he forms a rag-tag gang called “the Shinjuku Brothers.” The members of their gang are thugs who only wish they were traditional yakuza. When they turn up at the funeral for a gangster, they are not welcomed, but a senior boss intervenes to keep things calm. The boss of bosses invites them to join a respected local council of warlords. Katsumata is suspicious of why such powerful men would extend an invitation to lowlife like himself.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Thugs of Shinjuku in the UK?**

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**Is Thugs of Shinjuku on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Thugs of Shinjuku is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

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## Sources

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