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.


Sam's Son (1984)
At 17, you think you can conquer the world. At 18, you know you can. His wildest dream is about to come true.
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Eli Wallach
Sam Orowitz

Anne Jackson
Harriet Orowitz

Michael Landon
Gene Orman

Timothy Patrick Murphy
Gene Orowitz

Hallie Todd
Cathy Stanton

Jonna Lee
Bonnie Barnes
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Howard Witt
Cy Martin

William Boyett
Coach Sutter

John Walcutt
Ronnie Morgan