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For Sama

8.220191h 40mMovieDocumentaryWar

A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all while cataclysmic…

DirectorsEdward Watts·Waad al-Kateab
ProducersNevine Mabro·George Waldrum

Where to watch

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Edward Watts

SASama Al-Khateab
Sama Al-Khateab
Self
HAHamza Al-Khateab
Hamza Al-Khateab
Self
WAWaad al-Kateab
Waad al-Kateab
Self

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For Sama — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams For Sama?

For Sama is streaming on DocPlay and Beamafilm in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is For Sama on Netflix?

No, For Sama is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on DocPlay and Beamafilm.

Is For Sama on Amazon Prime Video?

No, For Sama isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on DocPlay and Beamafilm instead.

Where can I watch For Sama for free?

For Sama is available on DocPlay and Beamafilm in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.