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Criterion Channel
Apple TV Store
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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by countryCast · Directed by Julian Schnabel
Jeffrey Wright
Jean Michel Basquiat
Michael Wincott
Rene Ricard
Benicio del Toro
Benny Dalmau
Claire Forlani
Gina Cardinale
David Bowie
Andy Warhol
Dennis Hopper
Bruno Bischofberger
Gary Oldman
Albert Milo
Christopher Walken
The Interviewer
Willem Dafoe
The Electrician
Jean-Claude La Marre
Shenge
Parker Posey
Mary Boone
Elina Löwensohn
Annina Nosei
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Basquiat — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Basquiat?
Basquiat is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Basquiat on Netflix?
No, Basquiat is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.
Is Basquiat on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Basquiat isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.
Where can I watch Basquiat for free?
Basquiat is available to stream free (with ads) on Crave and Tubi TV in Canada.
Is Basquiat based on a true story?
Yes — Basquiat is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).