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Zatoichi the Outlaw — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Zatoichi the Outlaw?
Zatoichi the Outlaw 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 the Outlaw on Netflix?
No, Zatoichi the Outlaw is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.
Is Zatoichi the Outlaw on Amazon Prime Video?
Zatoichi the Outlaw 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 the Outlaw for free?
Zatoichi the Outlaw 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 the Outlaw?
Yes — Zatoichi the Outlaw is followed by Zatoichi Challenged (1967) in the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection.
Is there a prequel to Zatoichi the Outlaw?
Yes — Zatoichi's Cane Sword (1967) comes before Zatoichi the Outlaw in the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection.
Is Zatoichi the Outlaw part of a trilogy?
No — Zatoichi the Outlaw 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).
