Basquiat

In 1981, a nineteen-year-old unknown graffiti writer took the New York art world by storm. The rest is art history.

⭐ 6.6 /10 311 votes

August 9, 1996 1h 47m Released

Drama History

Storyline

The brief life of Jean Michel Basquiat, a world renowned New York street artist struggling with fame, drugs and his identity.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Julian Schnabel
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Lech Majewski, Julian Schnabel
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Eleventh Street Production
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.6/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $3,300,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Jeffrey Wright

Jean Michel Basquiat

Michael Wincott

Rene Ricard

Benicio del Toro

Benny Dalmau

Claire Forlani

Gina Cardinale

David Bowie

Andy Warhol

Dennis Hopper

Bruno Bischofberger

Gary Oldman

Albert Milo

Christopher Walken

The Interviewer

Willem Dafoe

The Electrician

Jean-Claude La Marre

Shenge

Parker Posey

Mary Boone

Elina Löwensohn

Annina Nosei

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Basquiat released?

Basquiat was released on August 9, 1996.

How long is Basquiat?

The runtime of Basquiat is 1h 47m.

What genre is Basquiat?

Basquiat is a Drama, History movie.

What is the rating of Basquiat?

Basquiat has a rating of 6.6 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Basquiat?

Basquiat is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Basquiat?

Basquiat was directed by Julian Schnabel.

Who stars in Basquiat?

The main cast of Basquiat includes Jeffrey Wright, Michael Wincott, Benicio del Toro.

What language is Basquiat in?

Basquiat is originally in English.