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La Bamba

7.319871h 48mPG-13MovieDramaMusic

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
ProducersBill Borden·Taylor Hackford

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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 Sony Pictures Core, YouTube Free and Tubi TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is La Bamba on Netflix?

No, La Bamba is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Sony Pictures Core and YouTube Free.

Is La Bamba on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch La Bamba for free?

La Bamba is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free and Tubi TV in United States.

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).