# Istikana: Arabic Cinema — Arab Independent & Short Films > Subscription video platform for independent Arabic cinema and films. (iPhone/iPad app by Istikana LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istikana-arabic-cinema/id925229499 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Istikana LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/925229498) - Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.81/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 25 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 38 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2015-01-16 - Data updated: 2026-06-01 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istikana-arabic-cinema/id925229499/reviews.md ## What is Istikana? Istikana is a Subscription Video On Demand Platform that brings the best Arab independent cinema to the world. The platform showcases never seen before independent films, documentaries, short films, hard to find classics, and more. Istikana is available on the web, mobile web, mobile devices, Chromecast, and Smart TVs. Please note: though this application is free, Istikana is a paid subscription service that you can purchase inside the application. To get all the below benefits, make sure to subscribe once you open the app. It's easy, simple and secure. * Subscribe ONCE and watch on every device, anywhere any time As an Istikana subscriber you can: * Watch full length Arabic Movies and TV Series – Over 7,000 thousand of hours of amazing Arabic TV shows and films * View as much as you want! – watch as much as you like, when you like, on the go! * Access new shows and films added every week * Stream HQ quality for immediate viewing over 3G, 4G, 5G, WiFi * Watch in your own time: Cant finish a show in one sitting? – don’t worry, just carry on where you left off when you next watch the episode/film! Please contact support@istikana.com, if you are experiencing any issues. If you are new to Istikana, your Istikana subscription fee will be charged $7.99/month (or equivalent) through your iTunes account as a recurring transaction, and will automatically renew unless you cancel your account at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription month. You can manage your subscription, cancel anytime, or turn off auto-renewal by accessing your iTunes account. Istikana's Terms of Use: https://www.istikana.com/en/terms Istikana's Privacy Policy: https://www.istikana.com/en/privacy About Istikana Istikana is where the premium indie Arabic cinema lives online! On the web: https://www.istikana.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/istikanatv Twitter: https://twitter.com/istikanatv ## Key features - Independent Arabic cinema - Documentaries and short films - Hard-to-find classics - Thousands of hours of content - New content added weekly - Watch on any device - Resume playback ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Istikana Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month | | Istikana Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 25) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istikana-arabic-cinema/id925229499/reviews.md ### 1/5 — سحب قيمة الاشتراك في الفترة التجريبه *2025-12-01, version 3.1.59* مرررررررة سيئ غير انه مافي افلام ولا اي برامج قديمة نقدر نتابعها كويسة فوقها يقولك اشترك تجريبي مجاني وحاولت احذف حسابي من اول يوم من الفتره التجريبيه مايقبل الا بعد 30 يوم ويسحبوا مبلغ اشتراك كانك كنت تتابع وربي سيء لابعد حد نصيحه ماحد يشترك ابدا حتى اذا تجريبي ومجاني مافي مصداقية زي باقي التطبيقات ### 1/5 — ؟ *2021-12-29, version 3.1.11* التطبيق فاضي ما فيه شي ### 2/5 — حذف الكثير من المحتوى *2021-11-13, version 3.1.11* للأسف الكثير من المحتوى المدبلج والكرتوني تم حذفه ### 5/5 — Best Arabic Content *2021-04-02, version 3.1.2* Lovely content and very smooth interface 👍👍👍 ### 1/5 — عدم إعجاب I don’t like it *2020-05-01* تطبيق سيء وغير عملي لا أنصح فيه وفيه اخطاء كثيرة ### 1/5 — تطبيق جميل بس *2020-04-21, version 1.2.2* فيه خلل. انه اول مادخل اتابع. يحذفني من تطبيق كامل ماقدر اشوف اي شي. ويليت فيه مسلسلات لبنانية حذفته بسب طرد ### 3/5 — Love this app but *2020-02-08* I love this app it’s great! But there is one show that I really wanna watch it’s called “Saraya Abdeen” can you please add it to the app. ### 5/5 — تحديث البرنامج *2019-08-05, version 1.2.2* يحتاج للتحديث لانه يغلق خلال دقائق وارجو اضافه الكثير من المدبلجات المكسيكيه القديمه مثل اللولؤه السوداء وتيرزا والكثير ### 5/5 — رائع جداً تطبيق جميل ومميزززززز بيججنن *2019-03-11, version 1.2.2* بس احاول اشوف الحلقات يقفل فجأة ياليت تحلو المشكلة ### 1/5 — not working and the developers stopped developing 2 years agog *2018-06-10, version 1.2.2* don’t install it or subscribe t ## Frequently asked questions about Istikana ### What is Istikana? Istikana is a subscription video-on-demand platform dedicated to showcasing independent Arabic cinema. It offers a wide selection of independent films, documentaries, short films, and hard-to-find classics from the Arab world. ### What kind of content can I watch on Istikana? You can watch full-length Arabic movies and TV series, with over 7,000 hours of content available. The platform also features independent films, documentaries, short films, and classic Arabic cinema that are often difficult to find elsewhere. ### How much does Istikana cost? Istikana is a paid subscription service. The subscription fee is $7.99 per month, charged through your iTunes account as a recurring transaction. You can manage your subscription and cancel anytime through your iTunes account settings. ### On which devices can I watch Istikana? Istikana is available on multiple platforms, including the web, mobile web, mobile devices, Chromecast, and Smart TVs. Once subscribed, you can watch on every device, anywhere, and any time. ### Can I watch content in high quality? Yes, Istikana streams content in HQ quality for immediate viewing over 3G, 4G, 5G, and WiFi. This ensures a smooth and high-quality viewing experience regardless of your internet connection. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.1.59 — 2023-03-27 We’ve made some bug fixes along with performance improvements to provide users with a better experience. ### 3.1.56 — 2023-03-10 Bug fixes and performance improvements. ### 3.1.55 — 2023-02-12 Bug fixes and performance improvements. ### 3.1.54 — 2023-02-12 Bug fixes and performance improvements. ### 3.1.52 — 2023-01-04 Bug fixes and performance improvements ## Apps similar to Istikana | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Cinema Box - سينما بوكس](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cinema-box/id1530506555) | 4.4 (44,824) | Free | Entertainment | | [TenTime](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tentime/id1458611147) | 3.4 (333) | Free | Entertainment | | [stc tv](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stc-tv/id1315586892) | 4.6 (13,935) | Free | Entertainment | | [KORTV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kortv/id1537479340) | 4.4 (367) | Free | Entertainment | | [Xtream IPTV - Smarters Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtream-iptv-smarters-player/id6504405496) | 4.5 (117) | Free | Entertainment | | [Orbit Now - أوربت ناو](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orbit-now/id1601431971) | 2.3 (22) | Free | Entertainment | ## Related topics [istikana llc](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/istikana-llc) · [arabic movie](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/arabic-movie) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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