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Red Beard

8.219653h 5mMovieDrama

Aspiring to an easy job as personal physician to a wealthy family, Noboru Yasumoto is disappointed when his first post after medical school takes him to a small country clinic under the gruff doctor Red Beard. Yasumoto rebels in numerous…

DirectorAkira Kurosawa

WritersAkira Kurosawa·Hideo Oguni

ProducersRyuzo Kikushima·Tomoyuki Tanaka

Where to watch

HBO Max Amazon Channel

Criterion Channel HBO Max

HBO Max

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Akira Kurosawa

Toshirō Mifune

Dr. Kyojio Niide ("Red Beard")

Madwoman ("The Mantis")

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Red Beard — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Red Beard?

Red Beard is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Red Beard on Netflix?

No, Red Beard is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.

Is Red Beard on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Red Beard isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on HBO Max and Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Red Beard for free?

Red Beard is available on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.