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La Bamba

7.319871h 48mMovieDramaMusic

Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and…

DirectorLuis Valdez
WriterLuis Valdez
ProducersStuart Benjamin·Bill Borden

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Cast · Directed by Luis Valdez

LPLou Diamond Phillips
Lou Diamond Phillips
Ritchie Valens
DZDanielle von Zerneck
Danielle von Zerneck
Donna Ludwig
EPElizabeth Peña
Elizabeth Peña
Rosie Morales
RDRosanna DeSoto
Rosanna DeSoto
Connie Valenzuela
EMEsai Morales
Esai Morales
Bob Morales
JPJoe Pantoliano
Joe Pantoliano
Bob Keane
MC
Marshall Crenshaw
Buddy Holly
BS
Brian Setzer
Eddie Cochran
DV
Daniel Valdez
Lelo
HH
Howard Huntsberry
Jackie Wilson
FC
Felipe Cantu
Curandero
EF
Eddie Frias
Chino

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La Bamba — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams La Bamba?

La Bamba is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard and Crave in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is La Bamba on Netflix?

Yes — La Bamba is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is La Bamba on Amazon Prime Video?

La Bamba isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch La Bamba for free?

La Bamba is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is La Bamba based on a true story?

Yes — La Bamba is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).