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The Basement

6.019871h 45mMovieDrama

The poor widow Umm al-Khair raises her children, Youssef, Waraqia and Aisha. Ruqaya looks to get rich, so she gives in to Dandrawi who gets arrested after one of his buildings collapses. His wife tells Ruqaya's family about her husband's relation with her and Youssef is determined to kill him.

DirectorAtef El-Tayeb

WriterAbdel Hai Adib

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Cast · Directed by Atef El-Tayeb

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The Basement — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Basement?

The Basement isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Basement on Netflix?

No, The Basement is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Basement on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Basement for free?

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What is the OTT release date for The Basement?

The Basement hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around July 16, 1987. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.