Movie

Samba

“Sometimes those with nothing have the most to lose.”

★ 6.4(989)20141h 58m

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Good to know

Director: Éric Toledano, Olivier Nakache
Release date: 2014-10-15
Runtime: 1h 58m
Language: Arabic
Box office: $151,530
Budget: $20,000,000
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Ten Films

Samba — trailer

About Samba

Samba is a 2014 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache, starring Omar Sy, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Tahar Rahim. It has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 989 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Samba in Philippines — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Samba migrated to France 10 years ago from Senegal, and has since been plugging away at various lowly jobs. Alice is a senior executive who has recently undergone a burnout. Both struggle to get out of their dead-end lives. Samba's willing to do whatever it takes to get working papers, while Alice tries to get her life back on track until fate draws them together.

Cast

Omar Sy

Samba Cissé

Charlotte Gainsbourg

Alice

Tahar Rahim

Walid aka Wilson

Izïa Higelin

Manu

Issaka Sawadogo

Jonas Karanoto

Hélène Vincent

Marcelle

Youngar Fall

Lamouna, Samba's uncle

Christiane Millet

Madeleine

Jacqueline Jehanneuf

Maggy

Liya Kebede

Magali aka 'Gracieuse'

Sabine Pakora

Gracieuse, the salon manager

Clotilde Mollet

Josiane, from the interim agency

Themes & keywords

immigrantparis, francelanguage barrierinsomniakissman woman relationshipromancejob seekingsenegalesemigrantlegal aidlegal immigrant

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Samba in Philippines?+

Samba is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Philippines. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Samba on Netflix?+

Samba is not on Netflix in Philippines right now.

How long is Samba?+

Samba has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

Who stars in Samba?+

Samba stars Omar Sy, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Tahar Rahim, Izïa Higelin and Issaka Sawadogo.

When did Samba come out?+

Samba is a 2014 movie directed by Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache.

What genre is Samba?+

Samba is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed Samba?+

Samba was directed by Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache.