# Where to watch The Box with Eight Eyes (1978) in the UK

> The Box with Eight Eyes (1978) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 16 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary, Animation, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-14T23:26:53.345Z)  

## Synopsis

The 2nd short film as part of the Magica series dealing with pre-cinema. In the 18th and 19th centuries, optical views were shown in optical boxes with magnifying lenses. The showmen organised a real spectacle, with a barker, music and sound effects. The views played with light (transparencies, perforations). A series of engravings shows the public's enthusiasm for these shows. The second part of the film is a reconstruction of such a show. First, there are views of Paris, Venice, Constantinople and Versailles, followed by various disasters: plague, floods, fires and shipwrecks.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Box with Eight Eyes in the UK?**

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**Is The Box with Eight Eyes on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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