The Water Margin (1973) TV series poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch The Water Margin (1973) in the UK

The Water Margin (1973) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can be bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

The Water Margin is a Japanese television series based on Water Margin, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The novel details the trials and tribulations of 108 outlaws during the Song Dynasty. This adaptation follows Lin Chung and his clashes with the local government official Kao Chiu. The Water Margin is famous for its, sometimes obscure, but memorable philosophical quotes, such as "Do not despise the snake for having no horns,for who is to say it will not become a dragon?""

  • TV series
  • 1973
  • 50 min / ep
  • 7.8/10 TMDB
  • 2 seasons
  • Drama
  • Action & Adventure

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The Water Margin — frequently asked questions

Where can I stream The Water Margin in the UK?

The Water Margin (1973) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

Can I buy a digital copy of The Water Margin?

Yes. The Water Margin can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

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The Water Margin is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

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