I Am Sam

(2001)Directed by Jessie Nelson132 min · PG-13Drama
Love is all you need.

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.

Sean Pennas Sam Dawson
Michelle Pfeifferas Rita Harrison Williams
Dianne Wiestas Annie Cassell
Dakota Fanningas Lucy Diamond Dawson
Richard Schiffas Mr. Turner
Loretta Devineas Margaret Calgrove
Marin Hinkleas Patricia
Laura Dernas Randy Carpenter
Brad Silvermanas Brad
Joseph Rosenbergas Joe
Bobby Cooperas George
Mary Steenburgenas Dr. Blake
Eileen Ryanas Estelle Dawson
MBMichael B. Silveras Dr. Jaslow
Ken Jenkinsas Judge Philip McNeily
Wendy Phillipsas Miss Wright
Mason Luceroas Conner Rhodes
Scott Paulinas Duncan Rhodes
Kit McDonoughas Ms. Davis
Chase MacKenzie Bebakas Willy Harrison