Algeria from Above (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 9.3

Released in 2015, Algeria from Above is a documentary film directed by Yann Arthus-Bertrand, running about 87 minutes. “Algeria from Above” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Algeria from above is the first documentary made entirely from the sky on Algeria. Through the eye of the famous Yann Arthus-Bertrand this documentary vividly depicts this great country, and its vibrant cultural and natural treasures. From North to South and from West to East, it shows us the entirety of Algeria, lives in the large hectic coastal cities, Atlas mountains, oases of the Sahara or gentle hills of the Sahel. With a rich past that seems to have crossed all civilizations, and a territory where all natural environments amalgamate, Algeria appears here in all its diversity and its unity.
Who’s in it. Algeria from Above stars Jalil Lespert as Self (Narrator) and Yann Arthus-Bertrand as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.3/10, Algeria from Above sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Algeria from Above page.
If you liked it. Fans of Algeria from Above tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Algeria from Above (2015)?
- In US, Algeria from Above is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Algeria from Above worth watching?
- Algeria from Above holds an audience score of 9.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Algeria from Above?
- Algeria from Above stars Jalil Lespert and Yann Arthus-Bertrand.
- When was Algeria from Above released?
- Algeria from Above was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.
