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The Water Margin: Complete Series DVD Box Set

The Water Margin: Complete Series is a 10-disc PAL DVD set of the Chinese-language television series, with a listed runtime of 19 hours and 40 minutes. The listing describes a restoration combining Japanese materials with UK titles and soundtrack, but customer feedback is mixed on picture quality.

At a glance

The set spans 10 PAL discs with nearly 20 hours of listed runtime.
The listing describes a restoration using Japanese materials combined with UK titles and soundtrack, including some deleted and shortened scenes.
Story follows outlaws in Song Dynasty China resisting a corrupt government.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£46.55~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A substantial runtime and 10-disc format suit viewers seeking the complete series in one set.
Includes Chinese language and a separately listed English Dolby Digital 2.0 audio option.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Format and playback
Media format	PAL
Number of discs	10
Runtime	19 hours and 40 minutes
Languages	Chinese
Additional language and audio	English (Dolby Digital 2.0)

People and release
Actors	Atsuo Nakamura, Hajime Hana, Kei Satô, Sanae Tsuchida, Yoshiyo Matsuo
Directors	Katsumi Nishikawa, Keiichi Ozawa, Nobuo Nakagawa, Shigeo Takahashi, Toshio Masuda
Producers	Kazuo Morikawa, Kensuke Ishino, Norio Kato, Toshio Kato
Writers	Hajime Takaiwa, Kaneo Ikegami, Nobuo Nakagawa, Sentaro Murano, Toshio Masuda
Studio	Fabulous Films Limited
Release date	22 Aug. 2016
Country of origin	Czech Republic

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions and weight	1.7 x 13.6 x 18 cm; 340 g

What to know before buying

The listing says the series has a fully restored HD source, but this is a PAL DVD release, not a stated HD disc format. Customer feedback is divided on picture quality, with some finding it poor. The listing also gives Chinese as the language and separately lists English Dolby Digital 2.0, so confirm the available audio and any subtitles before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Fans revisiting the classic series or seeking a long-form television box set.
Viewers comfortable with PAL DVD playback and the audio options listed.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking an HD or Blu-ray edition.
Viewers who require confirmed English subtitles or a clearly specified English-language version.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 530 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the set as entertaining and nostalgic, with praise for the classic story and clear sound. Reactions to picture quality and acting are mixed, and some reviewers criticise the swordplay. That uncertainty matters for buyers prioritising image quality, even though the listing describes a restoration. Aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers mention enjoyment, nostalgia and the enduring story.

Negative themes

Some customers describe the picture quality as poor and the swordplay as unimpressive.

Mixed feedback

Picture quality and acting receive mixed feedback.

Frequently asked questions

How many discs are included?

The listing specifies 10 discs.

What languages are listed?

Chinese is listed as the language, and English (Dolby Digital 2.0) is separately listed. Confirm the audio and subtitle options for the selected edition.

Is this an HD or Blu-ray release?

The listing describes HD restoration materials, but identifies the product format as PAL. It does not state that this is a Blu-ray or HD disc release.