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Samo Lives

2026MovieDrama

A vibrant portrait of Jean-Michel Basquiat, the NYC artist who revolutionized 1980s art. From street graffiti to gallery stardom, his bold Neo-expressionist works left an indelible mark on the art world and beyond.

DirectorJulius Onah
WritersJulius Onah·Peter Glanz
ProducersJulius Onah·John Baker

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Release date for theatres
December 12, 2026

Samo Lives is set to release on December 12, 2026 and isn't in cinemas or streaming yet. Streaming usually follows about 6–8 weeks after release (estimated around January 30, 2027).

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Cast · Directed by Julius Onah

KJKelvin Harrison Jr.
Kelvin Harrison Jr.
Jean-Michel Basquiat
DRDanny Ramirez
Danny Ramirez
DDDane DeHaan
Dane DeHaan
PFPriah Ferguson
Priah Ferguson
KNKathryn Newton
Kathryn Newton
TKThomas Kretschmann
Thomas Kretschmann
LGLukas Gage
Lukas Gage
CWChase Sui Wonders
Chase Sui Wonders
LFLucy Fry
Lucy Fry
YRYolonda Ross
Yolonda Ross
PRPhillip Johnson Richardson
Phillip Johnson Richardson
MCMichael Angelo Covino
Michael Angelo Covino

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Samo Lives — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Samo Lives?

Samo Lives isn't streaming anywhere in India yet.

Is Samo Lives on Netflix?

No, Samo Lives is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

Is Samo Lives on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Samo Lives isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch Samo Lives for free?

Samo Lives isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Samo Lives?

Samo Lives hasn't started streaming in India yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 30, 2027. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.