# Where to watch Eye of the Needle (1981) in the UK

> Eye of the Needle (1981) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 108 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.7/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T03:13:58.614Z)  

## Synopsis

Great Britain, 1944, during World War II. Relentlessly pursued by several MI5 agents, Henry Faber the Needle, a ruthless German spy in possession of vital information about D-Day, takes refuge on Storm Island, an inhospitable, sparsely inhabited island off the coast of northern Scotland.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Eye%20of%20the%20Needle)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Eye of the Needle in the UK?**

Eye of the Needle (1981) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Eye of the Needle?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Eye of the Needle?**

Yes. Eye of the Needle can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Eye of the Needle on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Eye of the Needle is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10863/eye-of-the-needle-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/nDPnfXCuh280WHPk7xTfG7cDlAh.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10863/eye-of-the-needle-1981.json

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