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Zatoichi in Desperation — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Zatoichi in Desperation?
Zatoichi in Desperation is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Zatoichi in Desperation on Netflix?
No, Zatoichi in Desperation is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.
Is Zatoichi in Desperation on Amazon Prime Video?
Zatoichi in Desperation isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
Where can I watch Zatoichi in Desperation for free?
Zatoichi in Desperation is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.
Is there a sequel to Zatoichi in Desperation?
Yes — Zatoichi in Desperation is followed by Zatoichi's Conspiracy (1973) in the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection.
Is there a prequel to Zatoichi in Desperation?
Yes — Zatoichi at Large (1972) comes before Zatoichi in Desperation in the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection.
Is Zatoichi in Desperation part of a trilogy?
No — Zatoichi in Desperation is part of the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection, which has 26 films.
How many movies are in the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection?
There are 26 films in the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection: The Tale of Zatoichi (1962), The Tale of Zatoichi Continues (1962), New Tale of Zatoichi (1963), Zatoichi the Fugitive (1963), Zatoichi on the Road (1963), Zatoichi and the Chest of Gold (1964), Zatoichi's Flashing Sword (1964), Fight, Zatoichi, Fight (1964), Adventures of Zatoichi (1964), Zatoichi's Revenge (1965), Zatoichi and the Doomed Man (1965), Zatoichi and the Chess Expert (1965), Zatoichi's Vengeance (1966), Zatoichi's Pilgrimage (1966), Zatoichi's Cane Sword (1967), Zatoichi the Outlaw (1967), Zatoichi Challenged (1967), Zatoichi and the Fugitives (1968), Samaritan Zatoichi (1968), Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo (1970), Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival (1970), Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman (1971), Zatoichi at Large (1972), Zatoichi in Desperation (1972), Zatoichi's Conspiracy (1973) and Zatoichi: Darkness Is His Ally (1989).
