Napoleon and Samantha
“Two runaways and a guardian lion lost in the wilderness... AN INCREDIBLE ADVENTURE!”
Synopsis
Two young children, who, rather than part with an old pet lion who was once a circus performer, go on a perilous mountain trek to stay with a recluse friend.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 5, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bernard McEveety
- Screenplay & Story
- Stewart Raffill
- Original Score
- Buddy Baker
- Original Title
- Napoleon and Samantha
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bernard McEveety
Stewart Raffill
Buddy Baker
Monroe P. Askins
Robert Stafford
Winston Hibler
Department Leadership Roster
Bernard McEveety
Director
Stewart Raffill
Writer
Emily Sundby
Costume Design
Buddy Baker
Original Music Composer
Robert Stafford
Editor
Winston Hibler
Producer
Monroe P. Askins
Director of Photography
Chuck Keehne
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Napoleon and Samantha
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Napoleon and Samantha about?
Two young children, who, rather than part with an old pet lion who was once a circus performer, go on a perilous mountain trek to stay with a recluse friend.
Who directed Napoleon and Samantha?
Napoleon and Samantha was directed by Bernard McEveety.
Who stars in Napoleon and Samantha?
The principal cast of Napoleon and Samantha includes Michael Douglas, Jodie Foster, Johnny Whitaker, Will Geer, Henry Jones.
When was Napoleon and Samantha released and how long is it?
Napoleon and Samantha was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Napoleon and Samantha?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Napoleon and Samantha was composed by Buddy Baker.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Napoleon and Samantha?
Napoleon and Samantha holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).