# Where to watch The Eye of Istanbul (2016) in the UK

> The Eye of Istanbul (2016) is currently available to stream in the UK on DOCSVILLE and Docsville Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 61 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T19:39:44.819Z)  

## Synopsis

THE EYE OF ISTANBUL tells the story of Ara Guler, the legendary Armenian-Turkish photographer, through a culmination of his retrospective exhibition in Istanbul.  As Ara selects his photographs, the stories behind his most iconic images spring to life. At 87, Ara is a complex and unforgettable character; he is still sharp, irreverent, funny and philosophical. Although he is mostly recognized for his black and white photographs of Istanbul, he has enjoyed an international career, which has spanned over sixty years and has generated more than 1 million photographs. Ara's artistic process, his resourcefulness and fearlessness are revealed through a non-linear narrative in the film. Ara is revered in his homeland, however, the question remains as to what will happen to his archives, which are deemed to be a national heritage and a global treasure.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [DOCSVILLE](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/534662-the-eye-of-istanbul/watch?locale=GB)
- [Docsville Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Eye%20of%20Istanbul+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Eye of Istanbul in the UK?**

The Eye of Istanbul (2016) is currently included in subscriptions to DOCSVILLE and Docsville Amazon Channel 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 The Eye of Istanbul?**

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, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Eye of Istanbul?**

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

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

The Eye of Istanbul is currently included with: DOCSVILLE and Docsville Amazon Channel.

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

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/534662/the-eye-of-istanbul-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/dT2doPKhMZsNpn3qExqqdzaiMJS.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/534662/the-eye-of-istanbul-2016.json

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