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Tarka the Otter (1979)

6.8audience score
13 votes on TMDB
Released November 1, 1979Runtime 1h 27mDirector David Cobham

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.

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Cast of Tarka the Otter

Peter Ustinov

Peter Ustinov

Narrator (voice)
Edward Underdown

Edward Underdown

Hibbert
John Leeson

John Leeson

Secretary of the Hunt
Reg Lye

Reg Lye

Dairy Farmer
Stanley Lebor

Stanley Lebor

Farm Labourer
Max Faulkner

Max Faulkner

Ferretter

About Tarka the Otter

Where can I watch Tarka the Otter?

Tarka the Otter is currently streaming in the United States on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.

Who stars in Tarka the Otter?

Tarka the Otter stars Peter Ustinov, Peter Bennett, Edward Underdown, Brenda Cavendish, John Leeson.

Who directed Tarka the Otter?

Tarka the Otter was directed by David Cobham.

How long is Tarka the Otter?

Tarka the Otter has a runtime of 1h 27m.

What is Tarka the Otter 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.