Where to watch Tarka the Otter (1979) in the UK
Tarka the Otter (1979) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Set in the English countryside of the 1920s - when otter hunting was still legal - this film follows the life of Tarka the Otter from his birth into adulthood. We witness his close shaves, and his struggle with a man who tries to keep our furry hero as a pet.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Tarka the Otter.
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Peter UstinovNarrator (voice) -
Peter BennettMaster of the Hunt -
Edward UnderdownHibbert -
Brenda CavendishLucy -
John LeesonSecretary of the Hunt -
Reg LyeDairy Farmer -
George WaringFarm Labourer -
Stanley LeborFarm Labourer
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Tarka the Otter — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Tarka the Otter in the UK?
Tarka the Otter (1979) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.
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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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.
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Tarka the Otter is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
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