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The Ballad of Narayama (1983), directed by Shōhei Imamura, is a drama film and is available to stream on 5 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 7.8/10 and 93% on Rotten Tomatoes from 201 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1983, it's a 1980s drama that continues to find new audiences through streaming.
The film stars Ken Ogata, Sumiko Sakamoto, and Tonpei Hidari. At 130 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
You can watch The Ballad of Narayama for free (with ads) on Kanopy — no subscription required, so it's the easiest option if you don't already pay for a streaming service. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Dogville and Hands of Stone, both of which are available to stream right now.
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- No — The Ballad of Narayama isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
- The Ballad of Narayama is available to stream for free on Kanopy in the US.
- No — The Ballad of Narayama isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
- Yes — The Ballad of Narayama is available to stream for free (with ads) on Kanopy in the US.
- The Ballad of Narayama runs 2h 10m (130 minutes total).
- IMDb 7.8/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 93%.
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