Sam and Elvis (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2018, Sam and Elvis is a drama and family film directed by Jeffrey Ault, running about 87 minutes. “Even the Oddest Folk can be Family” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sam is fifteen, orphaned, hiding a secret and has been living in foster care for the past year. Her Aunt Olina is a widowed, recluse oddball who spends her life in a closed off home speaking to her dead, taxidermies dog Elvis. Together the two learn to overcome the obstacles life has dealt them, trust one another and become family.
Who’s in it. Sam and Elvis stars Heather Danner as Jennifer, Marcela Griebler as Sam, Sally Daykin as Olina and Emma Butler as Teen Girl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Sam and Elvis sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sam and Elvis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sam and Elvis tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sam and Elvis (2018)?
- In US, Sam and Elvis is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sam and Elvis worth watching?
- Sam and Elvis holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sam and Elvis?
- Sam and Elvis stars Heather Danner, Marcela Griebler, Sally Daykin, Emma Butler and Barbara Eaker.
- When was Sam and Elvis released?
- Sam and Elvis was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.