Buddha (1963)Stream and Watch Online

Want to watch 'Buddha' in the comfort of your own home? Tracking down a streaming service to buy, rent, download, or watch the Kenji Misumi-directed movie via subscription can be difficult, so we here at Moviefone want to help you out.

We've listed a number of streaming and cable services - including rental, purchase, and subscription alternatives - along with the availability of 'Buddha' on each platform when they are available. Now, before we get into the nitty-gritty of how you can watch 'Buddha' right now, here are some specifics about the Daiei Film drama flick.

Released July 2nd, 1963, 'Buddha' stars Raizō Ichikawa, Shintarō Katsu, Kōjirō Hongō, Hiroshi Kawaguchi The movie has a runtime of about 2 hr 37 min, and received a user score of (out of 100) on TMDb, which compiled reviews from top users.

Want to know what the movie's about? Here's the plot: "An Indian prince leaves his world of comfort and riches behind to wander and meditate for six years in search of spiritual enlightenment. Siddartha (Cojoin Hong) turns his back on the old religion when people are starving needlessly and holy rituals include human sacrifices. During his meditations, he is tempted by erotic dancing women, demons, and the evil machinations of his criminal cousin. Devastate to attain the spiritual perfection and become the Buddha. He travels to convert followers by his kindness and wisdom, gaining a multitude of believers when he stops an elephant from crushing a local priest. Buddha of course goes on to become one of the great religious leaders of the world." .