FeatureAnimation

Samson & Sally (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 6.2

Samson & Sally poster

Released in 1984, Samson & Sally is an animation film directed by Jannik Hastrup, running about 63 minutes.

What it’s about. Samson is a young whale that doesn't have friends. He spends his time listening to his mother's stories about the legendary whale Moby Dick. Samson becomes fascinated about it and decides to go on a journey to find Moby Dick.

Who’s in it. Samson & Sally stars Jesper Klein as Samson (voice), Helle Hertz as Sally (voice), Per Pallesen as Sea gull (voice) and Bodil Udsen as Samson's mother (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Samson & Sally 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 Samson & Sally page.

If you liked it. Fans of Samson & Sally tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Samson & Sally (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Samson & Sally change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Samson & Sally worth watching?
Samson & Sally holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Samson & Sally?
Samson & Sally stars Jesper Klein, Helle Hertz, Per Pallesen, Bodil Udsen and Poul Thomsen.
When was Samson & Sally released?
Samson & Sally was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.