Never Met Picasso (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1996, Never Met Picasso is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Stephen Kijak, running about 101 minutes. “Family Trees, Twisted Roots” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Still living at home with his avant-garde actress mother, constantly rejected by art schools, and without a lover, aspiring painter Andrew decides to enter a contest in hopes of winning a six month stay in Kenya. Though things aren't great for Andrew, neither are they wonderful for his lesbian friend Lucy who constantly bickers with her lover Ingrid. Lucy complicates Andrew's life when she introduces him to the suspicious-looking, enigmatic Jerry.
Who’s in it. Never Met Picasso stars Alexis Arquette as Andrew Magnus, Georgia Ragsdale as Lucy, Margot Kidder as Genna Magnus and Don McKellar as Jerry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Never Met Picasso has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, YouTube TV and Fandor Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Never Met Picasso page.
If you liked it. Fans of Never Met Picasso tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Never Met Picasso (1996)?
- In US, Never Met Picasso is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV and Fandor Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Never Met Picasso worth watching?
- Never Met Picasso holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Never Met Picasso?
- Never Met Picasso stars Alexis Arquette, Georgia Ragsdale, Margot Kidder, Don McKellar and Keith David.
- When was Never Met Picasso released?
- Never Met Picasso was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.