why is watership down from 1978 never shown on tv anymore

i loved this animation classic, starring john hurt as the voice of hazel....the last time i saw this film was in the late 80s on vhs video tape, i know there was a lot of controversy kicked up about the film being too dark for children etc, is that the reason it is never shown on tv anymore.

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AdaXI · 41-45, T Best Comment

I always remember it being on telly first thing Christmas day morning when I was a little kid. Which was a bit psychologically heavy, hahaha.. Like what a time to put it on LOLZ😆

But yeah I'd imagine they'll see it as too brutal for kids these days. If I remember correctly they made a mini series a few years back which I've never seen but you know full well it won't be anywhere near as dark as the classic film.
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darkmere1983 · 46-50, M

@AdaXI i remember the same thing, i often wonder why ive not seen it since long ago, why its not been shown, or maybe it has but i haven't seen it, it was a classic, thanks for answering.

AdaXI · 41-45, T

@darkmere1983 Thank you for BC
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Coney

It’s the best version and the best portrayal of the story. Thankfully my wife has it on DVD

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