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Where to Watch I Am Sam(2001)

Love is all you need.

7.6IMDb
35%Rotten Tomatoes
28Metascore
Drama2h 12m

Looking for where to watch I Am Sam? You can currently find I Am Sam online through Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.

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.

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I Am Sam (2001), directed by Jessie Nelson, is a drama film and is available to stream on 9 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 7.6/10 and 35% on Rotten Tomatoes from 2,486 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 2001, it's a 2000s drama that continues to find new audiences through streaming.

The film stars Sean Penn, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Dianne Wiest. At 132 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.

You can watch I Am Sam for free (with ads) on Plex, Plex Channel, and Tubi — no subscription required, so it's the easiest option if you don't already pay for a streaming service. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with I Care a Lot and The Souvenir, both of which are available to stream right now.

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  • No — I Am Sam isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
  • I Am Sam is available to stream for free on Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi in the US.
  • No — I Am Sam isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
  • Yes — I Am Sam is available to stream for free (with ads) on Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi in the US.
  • I Am Sam runs 2h 12m (132 minutes total).
  • IMDb 7.6/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 35% · Metacritic 28/100.

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