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Basquiat

6.619961h 47mMovieDramaHistory

The brief life of Jean Michel Basquiat, a world renowned New York street artist struggling with fame, drugs and his identity.

DirectorJulian Schnabel
WritersJohn F. Bowe·Julian Schnabel
ProducersRandy Ostrow·Jon Kilik

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Criterion ChannelCriterion ChannelCraveCraveTubi TVTubi TVPlexPlex
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Julian Schnabel

JWJeffrey Wright
Jeffrey Wright
Jean Michel Basquiat
MWMichael Wincott
Michael Wincott
Rene Ricard
BTBenicio del Toro
Benicio del Toro
Benny Dalmau
CFClaire Forlani
Claire Forlani
Gina Cardinale
DBDavid Bowie
David Bowie
Andy Warhol
DHDennis Hopper
Dennis Hopper
Bruno Bischofberger
GOGary Oldman
Gary Oldman
Albert Milo
CWChristopher Walken
Christopher Walken
The Interviewer
WDWillem Dafoe
Willem Dafoe
The Electrician
JMJean-Claude La Marre
Jean-Claude La Marre
Shenge
PPParker Posey
Parker Posey
Mary Boone
ELElina Löwensohn
Elina Löwensohn
Annina Nosei

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Basquiat — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Basquiat?

Basquiat is streaming on Criterion Channel, Crave and Tubi TV 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 September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Crave.

Is Basquiat on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Basquiat isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Crave 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).