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Tarka the Otter

6.819791h 27mPGMovieFamilyDramaAdventure

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.

DirectorDavid Cobham
WritersGerald Durrell·David Cobham
ProducerDavid Cobham

Where to watch

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Cobham

PUPeter Ustinov
Peter Ustinov
Narrator (voice)
PB
Peter Bennett
Master of the Hunt
EUEdward Underdown
Edward Underdown
Hibbert
BC
Brenda Cavendish
Lucy
JLJohn Leeson
John Leeson
Secretary of the Hunt
RLReg Lye
Reg Lye
Dairy Farmer
GW
George Waring
Farm Labourer
SLStanley Lebor
Stanley Lebor
Farm Labourer
MFMax Faulkner
Max Faulkner
Ferretter

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Tarka the Otter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Tarka the Otter?

Tarka the Otter isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on BFI Player. It's not on Netflix.

Is Tarka the Otter on Netflix?

No, Tarka the Otter is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on BFI Player.

Is Tarka the Otter on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Tarka the Otter isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch Tarka the Otter for free?

Tarka the Otter isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on BFI Player.