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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…

DirectorsWaad al-Kateab·Edward Watts
ProducersRaney Aronson-Rath·Ben de Pear

Where to watch

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Waad al-Kateab

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 Amazon Prime Video in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is For Sama on Netflix?

No, For Sama is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is For Sama on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — For Sama is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch For Sama for free?

For Sama is available on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.