Eye in the Sky
2016, English. Directed by Gavin Hood.
Welcome to the new front line
A UK-based military officer in command of a top secret drone operation to capture terrorists in Kenya discovers the targets are planning a suicide bombing and the mission escalates from “capture” to “kill.” As American pilot Steve Watts is about to engage, a nine-year old girl enters the kill zone, triggering an international dispute reaching the highest levels of US and British government over the moral, political, and personal implications of modern warfare.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Eye in the Sky
Eye in the Sky is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Gavin HoodDirector
- Helen MirrenColonel Katherine Powell
- Aaron PaulSteve Watts
- Alan RickmanLieutenant General Frank Benson
- Barkhad AbdiJama Farah
- Jeremy NorthamBrian Woodale
- Phoebe FoxCarrie Gershon
- Armaan HaggioMusa Mo'Allim
- Aisha TakowAlia Mo'Allim
- Monica DolanAngela Northman
- Richard McCabeGeorge Matherson
- Babou CeesaySergeant Mushtaq Saddiq
- John HeffernanMajor Harold Webb
Details
- Released
- 9 May 2016
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Guy Hibbert
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $19M
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Eye in the Sky: quick answers
Is Eye in the Sky worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 1,821 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Eye in the Sky?
Eye in the Sky runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Eye in the Sky have a post-credits scene?
Yes. Eye in the Sky has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
Eye in the Sky parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Eye in the Sky is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Eye in the Sky on?
Eye in the Sky is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Eye in the Sky?
If you liked Eye in the Sky, try Good Kill, The Wall, Behind Enemy Lines.
Who directed Eye in the Sky?
Eye in the Sky (2016) was directed by Gavin Hood and stars Helen Mirren, Aaron Paul, Alan Rickman.