The Water Margin Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1973 · Nippon TV · Status: Ended · Rated: NR
Frequently Asked Questions About The Water Margin
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Water Margin have?
The Water Margin has 2 seasons and 26 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 2, 1973.
Is The Water Margin renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Water Margin has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Water Margin?
It takes 21h 40m (1300 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Water Margin. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 11 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 21.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 11 days.
Where can you stream or watch The Water Margin?
The Water Margin is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Water Margin?
The Water Margin has an official content rating of NR.
Who are the lead actors in The Water Margin?
The primary ensemble cast includes Atsuo Nakamura as Lin Chung (age 86), Sanae Tsuchida as Hu San-Niang (age 77), Kei Satō as Kao Chiu (age 81 (deceased)), Takeshi Ōbayashi as Sung Chiang (age 84).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Atsuo Nakamura | Lin Chung | 86 |
| Sanae Tsuchida | Hu San-Niang | 77 |
| Kei Satō | Kao Chiu | 81 (deceased) |
| Takeshi Ōbayashi | Sung Chiang | 84 |
| Toshio Kurosawa | Tai Sung | 82 |
| Makoto Satō | Yang Zhi | 78 (deceased) |
| Teruhiko Aoi | Shi jin | 78 |
| Isamu Nagato | Lu Ta | 81 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Water Margin are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.