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I Am Sam at a glance
I Am Sam is a 2001 drama film, running 2h 12m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.
Rated 12 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2001-12-28
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Jessie Nelson
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.6 / 10 · 2,620 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmSam, 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.
Cast
14 names
Sean PennSam Dawson
Michelle PfeifferRita Harrison Williams
Dianne WiestAnnie Cassell
Dakota FanningLucy Diamond Dawson
Richard SchiffMr. Turner
Loretta DevineMargaret Calgrove
Marin HinklePatricia
Laura DernRandy Carpenter
Brad SilvermanBradJoseph RosenbergJoe
Stanley DeSantisRobert
Doug HutchisonIfty
Bobby CooperGeorge
Mary SteenburgenDr. BlakeQuestions about I Am Sam
Quick answersWhere can I watch I Am Sam in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, I Am Sam is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is I Am Sam suitable for children?
I Am Sam is rated 12 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is I Am Sam about?
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…
How long is I Am Sam?
I Am Sam runs for 2h 12m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the I Am Sam trailer?
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