# Where to watch The Enemy (1980) in the UK

> The Enemy (1980) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1980  
**Runtime:** 125 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.7/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T02:03:35.805Z)  

## Synopsis

Ismail (Aytac Arman) is the educated Turk who travels to Asia from Istanbul to escape crushing unemployment in this somber social drama. With an ailing mother-in-law, a bitter wife, and a pretty young daughter to support, he takes a job as a dog killer. Ismail is saddened to see young women his daughter's age forced into prostitution. When he returns home to ask his father and brother for an advance on his inheritance, his wife leaves him. The enemy in question refers to unemployment.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Enemy in the UK?**

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

The Enemy is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

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

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/263586/the-enemy-1980
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