Sammy

Sammy

Sammy

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Sammy

"...alive with love."

1977

1h 8m

8.0(1 votes)

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Family

Overview

Delightful story of a young boy whose playful nature and love for animals spark zany incidents and a dangerous adventure. A small boy, crippled since birth, helps his family find faith through his gentle spirit.

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7 featured cast members

Starring

Eric Buhr

Sammy Redding

Peter Hedges

Peter Hedges

Matt Redding

Tom MacDonald

Tom Redding

Carol Locatell

Carol Locatell

Marilyn Redding

William Cort

William Cort

Phil Clemmons

Louise Pitch

Mrs. Simmons

Alan Hale Jr.

Alan Hale Jr.

Mike (as Alan Hale)

Creative team

Directed by: Russ Doughten
Written by: Dick Talarico

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