I Am Sam (2001): movie guide

What is I Am Sam about?

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.

Cast highlights

I Am Sam features Sean Penn, Michelle Pfeiffer, Dianne Wiest, Dakota Fanning, Richard Schiff, Loretta Devine. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 2001-12-28. Runtime: 132 minutes. TMDB score: 7.6/10 (2,620 votes). Genres: Drama. Original language: en. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is I Am Sam?

I Am Sam is listed as Drama on TMDB.

How long is I Am Sam?

I Am Sam runs about 132 minutes.

Who stars in I Am Sam?

Cast highlights include Sean Penn, Michelle Pfeiffer, Dianne Wiest, Dakota Fanning, Richard Schiff, Loretta Devine.

Does Cinema Box stream I Am Sam?

No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.

Where can I track I Am Sam?

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