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Seven Samurai

8.519543h 27mPGMovieActionDrama

A samurai answers a village's request for protection after he falls on hard times. The town needs protection from bandits, so the samurai gathers six others to help him teach the people how to defend themselves, and the villagers provide the soldiers with food.

DirectorAkira Kurosawa

WritersShinobu Hashimoto·Hideo Oguni

ProducerSōjirō Motoki

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BFI Player

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Akira Kurosawa

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Seven Samurai — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Seven Samurai?

Seven Samurai is streaming on BFI Player in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Seven Samurai on Netflix?

No, Seven Samurai is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BFI Player.

Is Seven Samurai on Amazon Prime Video?

Seven Samurai isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Seven Samurai for free?

Seven Samurai is available on BFI Player in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.