I Am Sam (2001)

Movie 2h 12m ★ 7.6/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

Drama

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Dating from 2001, I Am Sam sits in the drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Jessie Nelson. The cast includes Marin Hinkle, Richard Schiff and Mary Steenburgen. The running time is 2h 12m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.6 out of 10.

65Tonight Score Very well rated.

Synopsis

Sam, a neurodivergent man, has a daughter with a homeless woman who abandons them when they leave the hospital, leaving Sam to raise Lucy on his own. But as Lucy grows up, Sam's limitations as a parent start to become a problem and the authorities take her away. Sam convinces high-priced lawyer Rita to take his case pro bono and in turn teaches her the value of love and family.

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Cast & crew

• Jessie NelsonDirector
• Marin Hinkleas Patricia
• Richard Schiffas Mr. Turner
• Mary Steenburgenas Dr. Blake
• Dakota Fanningas Lucy Diamond Dawson
• Loretta Devineas Margaret Calgrove
• Michelle Pfeifferas Rita Harrison Williams
• Doug Hutchisonas Ifty
• Laura Dernas Randy Carpenter

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Questions about I Am Sam

What genre is I Am Sam?

I Am Sam is categorised as Drama.

Who stars in I Am Sam?

Marin Hinkle, Richard Schiff, Mary Steenburgen, Dakota Fanning, Loretta Devine appear in the main cast.

Who directed I Am Sam?

Jessie Nelson directed I Am Sam.

How long is I Am Sam?

I Am Sam runs for 2h 12m (132 minutes).

Is I Am Sam worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 7.6/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch I Am Sam?

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