Good Sam
“He'll take the whole world...and you to his heart!”
Synopsis
Sam Clayton has a good heart and likes to help out people in need. In fact, he likes to help them out so much that he often finds himself broke and unable to help his own family buy the things they need--like a house.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leo McCarey
- Screenplay & Story
- Ken Englund, John D. Klorer, Leo McCarey
- Original Score
- Robert Emmett Dolan
- Original Title
- Good Sam
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Rainbow Productions, RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leo McCarey
Ken Englund, John D. Klorer, Leo McCarey
Robert Emmett Dolan
George Barnes
James C. McKay
Leo McCarey
Department Leadership Roster
Leo McCarey
Director
Ken Englund
Screenplay
George Barnes
Director of Photography
John D. Klorer
Screenplay
James C. McKay
Editor
Leo McCarey
Screenplay
Leo McCarey
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Good Sam
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Good Sam about?
Sam Clayton has a good heart and likes to help out people in need. In fact, he likes to help them out so much that he often finds himself broke and unable to help his own family buy the things they need--like a house.
Who directed Good Sam?
Good Sam was directed by Leo McCarey.
Who stars in Good Sam?
The principal cast of Good Sam includes Gary Cooper, Ann Sheridan, Ray Collins, Ruth Roman, Louise Beavers.
When was Good Sam released and how long is it?
Good Sam was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.
Who composed the musical score for Good Sam?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Good Sam was composed by Robert Emmett Dolan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Good Sam?
Good Sam holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).