Picturing the Obamas (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film
Released in 2022, Picturing the Obamas is a notable film directed by Hannah Brown Ayers.
What it’s about. Viewers will learn from curators, journalists and art critics about the ways in which the Obamas’ portraits commissioned by the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery disrupt traditional presidential portraiture and spur museums to reach new audiences. The paintings of the ex-commander in chief and first lady, by artists Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald, were revealed to much fanfare at the National Portrait Gallery in 2018. The portraits — which drew record attendance to the Washington art museum — have since traveled the country as part of a nationwide exhibition.
Who’s in it. Picturing the Obamas stars Barack Obama as Self and Michelle Obama as Self.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Picturing the Obamas page.
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- Where can I watch Picturing the Obamas (2022)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Picturing the Obamas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Picturing the Obamas?
- Picturing the Obamas stars Barack Obama and Michelle Obama.
- When was Picturing the Obamas released?
- Picturing the Obamas was released in 2022.