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Far from Bashar

20201h 16mMovieDocumentary

A few years ago, the al-Mahamids fled Bashar al-Assad and Syria to settle in Montreal. A nuanced portrayal of a courageous family coping with a seemingly interminable war, thousands of kilometres away, that continues to affect their lives.

DirectorPascal Sanchez
ProducersColette Loumède·Nathalie Cloutier

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NFBNFB
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Pascal Sanchez

AA
Adnan Al-Mhamied
Himself
BI
Basmah Issa
Herself

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Far from Bashar — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Far from Bashar?

Far from Bashar is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Far from Bashar on Netflix?

No, Far from Bashar is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is Far from Bashar on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Far from Bashar isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch Far from Bashar for free?

Far from Bashar is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.