Plot — What is The Water Margin about?
The Water Margin is a Japanese television series based on Water Margin, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The novel details the trials and tribulations of 108 outlaws during the Song Dynasty. This adaptation follows Lin Chung and his clashes with the local government official Kao Chiu. The Water Margin is famous for its, sometimes obscure, but memorable philosophical quotes, such as "Do not despise the snake for having no horns,for who is to say it will not become a dragon?""
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Quick Facts
| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 1973 |
| Genre | Drama, Action & Adventure |
| Language | Japanese |
| Seasons | 2 (26 episodes) |
| Audience Score | 79% (7.9/10, 15 votes) |
The Water Margin — FAQ
Is The Water Margin worth watching? The Water Margin holds a 7.9/10 rating from 15 viewers. The Water Margin is a Japanese television series based on Water Margin, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The novel details the trials and tribulations of 108 outlaws during the Song Dynasty.
Who is in the cast of The Water Margin? It stars Atsuo Nakamura, Sanae Tsuchida, Kei Satō, Takeshi Ōbayashi, Toshio Kurosawa, Makoto Satō and more.
Where can I stream The Water Margin? You can stream The Water Margin on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Water Margin release? It first aired in 1973.
