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

Sam's Son

6.5 (5 votes)• 1984• 104m•Released

Drama

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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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Languages: English

Director: Michael Landon

Starring Cast: Eli Wallach, Anne Jackson, Michael Landon, Timothy Patrick Murphy, Hallie Todd, Jonna Lee

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