Istanbul Express (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 5.6

Istanbul Express poster

Released in 1969, Istanbul Express is an action, crime, adventure and tv movie film directed by Richard Irving, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. An art dealer on a special mission is pulled into dangerous intrigue while railway detective Cheval tries to help and pursues criminals on the Istanbul Express.

Who’s in it. Istanbul Express stars Gene Barry as Michael London, John Saxon as Cheval, Senta Berger as Mila Darvos and Tom Simcox as Leland McCord, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Istanbul Express has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Istanbul Express page.

If you liked it. Fans of Istanbul Express tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Istanbul Express (1969)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Istanbul Express change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Istanbul Express worth watching?
Istanbul Express holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, crime, adventure and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Istanbul Express?
Istanbul Express stars Gene Barry, John Saxon, Senta Berger, Tom Simcox and Mary Ann Mobley.
When was Istanbul Express released?
Istanbul Express was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.