Sam's Son (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1984, Sam's Son is a drama film directed by Michael Landon, running about 104 minutes. “At 17, you think you can conquer the world. At 18, you know you can. His wildest dream is about to come true.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Michael Landon's semi-autobiographical sketch of his earlier life. It's the story of Gene Orowitz, a high school student struggling with his identity, who finds success as a javelin thrower on the track team.
Who’s in it. Sam's Son stars Eli Wallach as Sam Orowitz, Anne Jackson as Harriet Orowitz, Michael Landon as Gene Orman and Timothy Patrick Murphy as Gene Orowitz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Sam's Son has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sam's Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sam's Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sam's Son (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sam's Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sam's Son worth watching?
- Sam's Son holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sam's Son?
- Sam's Son stars Eli Wallach, Anne Jackson, Michael Landon, Timothy Patrick Murphy and Hallie Todd.
- When was Sam's Son released?
- Sam's Son was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.