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For Sama

8.220191h 40m18MovieDocumentaryWar

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

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Channel 4Channel 4
Availability shown for United Kingdom · 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 Channel 4 in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Sky Store and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is For Sama on Netflix?

No, For Sama is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Channel 4.

Is For Sama on Amazon Prime Video?

No, For Sama isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Channel 4 instead.

Where can I watch For Sama for free?

For Sama is available to stream free (with ads) on Channel 4 in United Kingdom.