The Legend of Ochi Gets New Digital Release Date
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The Legend of Ochi starring Helena Zengel, Willem Dafoe, Emily Watson, and Finn Wolfhard crept into theaters in April and made an impact on critics who gave it a Certified Fresh rating of 77% on Rotten Tomatoes.
The sweet family film may have missed you while it was at the box office, but have no fear, it is now available to watch on digital, and even is heading to 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray this summer.
Helena Zengel in The Legend of Ochi, now available to watch digitally.
Helena Zengel in The Legend of Ochi, now available to watch digitally.
Courtesy of A24
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With plenty of options on how to watch The Legend of Ochi available, we've put together a guide that includes details on where to watch The Legend of Ochi, as well as The Legend of Ochi digital release date, and The Legend of Ochi streaming information.
The Legend of Ochi – How to Watch
The Legend of Ochi is now available to rent or buy across Video on Demand platforms. You can purchase it on places such as Fandango at Home, YouTube, and Google Play for $19.99 to rent and $24.99 to buy.
Where Can I Watch The Legend of Ochi?
The Legend of Ochi is now available to watch digitally. You can rent or buy the film from Video on Demand platforms.
The Legend of Ochi is also available for pre-order on physical media in the 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray formats.
The Legend of Ochi Physical Release Date
The Legend of Ochi is now available for pre-order in 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray formats from the A24 shop. The listing says copies are expected to ship in July.
Bonus features include:
Commentary with Writer-Director Isaiah Saxon
"The Ochi Quest" Behind-the-Scenes Featurette
Deleted Scene: Emily Watson's "Singing Bird"
Six Collectible Postcards with Behind-the-Scenes Photography by Alexandru Ionita
Bonus features may vary depending on format and retailer.
The Legend of Ochi Digital Release Date
The Legend of Ochi will be available to watch digitally from May 20, 2025.
Is The Legend of Ochi Available to Stream in the US?
The Legend of Ochi is not yet available on any streaming services in the US. Due to the exclusive streaming deal between HBO, Max, and A24, The Legend of Ochi will likely be available to stream on Max in the coming months.
What Is The Legend of Ochi About?
The official synopsis for The Legend of Ochi, as per A24, reads:
In a remote village on the island of Carpathia, a shy farm girl named Yuri is raised to fear an elusive animal species known as ochi. But when Yuri discovers a wounded baby ochi has been left behind, she escapes on a quest to bring him home.
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