# Where to watch The Tale of the White Serpent (1958) in the UK

> The Tale of the White Serpent (1958) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1958  
**Runtime:** 79 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.3/10  
**Genres:** Animation, Fantasy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T07:09:13.892Z)  

## Synopsis

As a young boy, Xu-Xian is forced to free his pet, a small snake. Unbeknownst to him, the snake is actually a young snake goddess named Bai-Niang and she is in love with him. Many years later, when they are both adults, the princess is magically transformed into a human and sets out to find her love. But the local wizard believes her to be a vampire, and banishes Xu-Xian from the village in order to save him. Xu-Xian's pet pandas Panda and Mimi set out to save him and bring him, in the process becoming leaders of an animal gang.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/The%20Tale%20of%20the%20White%20Serpent)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Tale%20of%20the%20White%20Serpent&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Tale%20of%20the%20White%20Serpent&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Tale of the White Serpent for free in the UK?**

The Tale of the White Serpent (1958) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Tale of the White Serpent?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Tale of the White Serpent?**

Yes. The Tale of the White Serpent can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Tale of the White Serpent on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Tale of the White Serpent 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/64777/the-tale-of-the-white-serpent-1958
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