I Am Sam
"Love is all you need."
Storyline
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.
Budget
$22M
Box Office
$93M
Keywords
Production
New Line Cinema
Bedford Falls ProductionsCast
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was I Am Sam released?+
I Am Sam was released on December 28, 2001.
Who directed I Am Sam?+
I Am Sam was directed by Jessie Nelson.
Who stars in I Am Sam?+
The main cast of I Am Sam includes Sean Penn, Michelle Pfeiffer, Dianne Wiest, Dakota Fanning.
How long is I Am Sam?+
I Am Sam has a runtime of 2h 12m.
What genre is I Am Sam?+
I Am Sam is classified as Drama.
What is the rating of I Am Sam?+
I Am Sam has an average audience rating of 7.6 out of 10, based on 2,531 votes.
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I Am Sam (2001) is not yet confirmed on a major streaming platform. Its OTT release and where to watch it online will be updated here as soon as streaming details are announced.
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I Am Sam had its theatrical/initial release on December 28, 2001. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
