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Sam the Man

2001Movie1 h 27 min

ComedyRomance
35
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb4.8Rotten Tomatoes–20%
35
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb4.8Rotten Tomatoes–20%

Summary

A writer having difficulty completing his second novel goes on a journey of self-discovery.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Where to watch

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Not for scares or laughs.

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Cast

20 of 20

Crew

Directed by
Gary Winick
Written by
Fisher Stevens, Kevin Kennedy, Paul Kneubuhl
Produced by
Fisher Stevens, Gary Winick, Michael Kafka
Music by
Joey Altruda

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

February 1, 2001 · 1 h 27 min · Strong Language

Released
February 1, 2001
Runtime
1 h 27 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Available in
5 countries

Tropes

Character Title, As Himself, Writer's Block +2

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Sam the Man?"

Questions about Sam the Man

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Sam the Man?

PhiloAMC+Sundance NowIFC Films Unlimited

In the United States, Sam the Man streams on Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and IFC Films Unlimited. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is Sam the Man worth watching?

35
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35 (IMDb 4.8).

Will Sam the Man make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Sam the Man good for date night?

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It can be: romance is 5 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.