Sammy Going South (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1963, Sammy Going South is an adventure film directed by Alexander Mackendrick, running about 128 minutes. “Incredible Adventure in a Land That Knows a Thousand Dangers!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After he is orphaned by an air raid on Port Said during the Suez Crisis, a young boy attempts to go by himself from the Suez Canal to Durban in South Africa where his nearest relative, Aunt Jane, lives. On the way he meets a variety of different people who help or hinder his journey - including an ageing diamond smuggler.
Who’s in it. Sammy Going South stars Edward G. Robinson as Cocky Wainwright, Fergus McClelland as Sammy Hartland, Constance Cummings as Gloria van Imhoff and Paul Stassino as Spyros Dracondopolous, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Sammy Going South 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 Sammy Going South page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sammy Going South tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sammy Going South (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sammy Going South change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sammy Going South worth watching?
- Sammy Going South holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sammy Going South?
- Sammy Going South stars Edward G. Robinson, Fergus McClelland, Constance Cummings, Paul Stassino and Harry H. Corbett.
- When was Sammy Going South released?
- Sammy Going South was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.