Movie

Sam's Son

At 17, you think you can conquer the world. At 18, you know you can. His wildest dream is about to come true.

1984★ 6.5 · 51h 44mDrama

Overview

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.

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Cast

Michael Landon
as Gene Orman

Eli Wallach
as Sam Orowitz

Phil Proctor
as Art Fisher

James Karen
as Mr. Collins

Anne Jackson
as Harriet Orowitz

William Boyett
as Coach Sutter

Sarah Buxton
as Cheerleader #1

William Bassett
as Mr. Turner

Buck Young
as Marv Gates

Jonna Lee
as Bonnie Barnes

Barbara Collentine
as Miss Bass

Hallie Todd
as Cathy Stanton