Tarka the Otter (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1979, Tarka the Otter is a drama, adventure and family film directed by David Cobham, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. Tarka the Otter stars Peter Ustinov as Narrator (voice), Peter Bennett as Master of the Hunt, Edward Underdown as Hibbert and Brenda Cavendish as Lucy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Tarka the Otter has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tarka the Otter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tarka the Otter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tarka the Otter (1979)?
- In US, Tarka the Otter is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Tarka the Otter worth watching?
- Tarka the Otter holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tarka the Otter?
- Tarka the Otter stars Peter Ustinov, Peter Bennett, Edward Underdown, Brenda Cavendish and John Leeson.
- When was Tarka the Otter released?
- Tarka the Otter was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.