Petit Samedi (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 2020, Petit Samedi is a documentary film directed by Paloma Sermon-Daï, running about 75 minutes.

What it’s about. Damien Samedi is 43 years old. When he was a child in his Belgian village on the banks of the river Meuse, they called him the “Petit Samedi”. To his mother, Ysma, Damien is still her child, the one she never abandoned when he got caught up in drugs. A son who sought to protect his mother despite it all, a man attempting to liberate himself from his addictions and faces his past to get through.

Who’s in it. Petit Samedi stars Damien Samedi as himself and Ysma Sermon-Daï as herself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Petit Samedi has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Petit Samedi page.

If you liked it. Fans of Petit Samedi tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Petit Samedi (2020)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Petit Samedi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Petit Samedi worth watching?
Petit Samedi holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Petit Samedi?
Petit Samedi stars Damien Samedi and Ysma Sermon-Daï.
When was Petit Samedi released?
Petit Samedi was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.