MTDb โบ Best of โบ 2001 โบ I Am Sam
I Am Sam (2001)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
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.
Cast
Sean Pennas Sam Dawson
Michelle Pfeifferas Rita Harrison Williams
Dianne Wiestas Annie Cassell
Dakota Fanningas Lucy Diamond Dawson
Richard Schiffas Mr. Turner
Loretta Devineas Margaret Calgrove
Marin Hinkleas Patricia
Laura Dernas Randy Carpenter
Brad Silvermanas Brad
Joseph Rosenbergas Joe
Stanley DeSantisas Robert
Doug Hutchisonas Ifty
Bobby Cooperas George
Mary Steenburgenas Dr. Blake
Facts
| Release date | December 28, 2001 |
| Runtime | 132 min (2h 12m) โ longer as the 2001 average of 111 min |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $22,000,000 |
| Box office | $92,542,418 (4.2ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0277027 |
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Questions
How long is I Am Sam?
I Am Sam runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Is I Am Sam worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 2,589 votes, which places it #13 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 92%) and #605 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed I Am Sam?
I Am Sam was directed by Jessie Nelson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Love the Coopers (2015).
Who stars in I Am Sam?
Sean Penn as Sam Dawson; Michelle Pfeiffer as Rita Harrison Williams; Dianne Wiest as Annie Cassell; Dakota Fanning as Lucy Diamond Dawson; Richard Schiff as Mr. Turner; Loretta Devine as Margaret Calgrove.
What is I Am Sam rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for I Am Sam?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/16864.