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Namu, the Killer Whale
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Namu, the Killer Whale

1966-08-01 · 89 min · ★ 5.3

Drama · Family · Adventure

Based on the amazing true story of a marine biologist (Robert Lansing) who befriends a six-ton Orcawhale, this "honest, fascinating and vigorously wholesome film" (Citizen-News) is heartwarming fun for the whole family. Like all close pals, Hank (Lansing) and Namu love spending time together. Whether sharing a morning swim or soaking up the afternoon sun, these two are virtually inseparable. Trouble is, the local fishermen mistakenly think that Namu is a threat. Racing against time, Hank must enlist the help of a young widow and her daughter to save Namu and prove that he's a gentle giant!

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Directors
László Benedek
Production companies
Ivan Tors Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Robert LansingRobert LansingHank Donner
John AndersonJohn AndersonJoe Clausen
Robin MattsonRobin MattsonLisa Rand
Richard ErdmanRichard ErdmanDeke
Lee MeriwetherLee MeriwetherKate Rand
Joe HigginsJoe HigginsBurt
Michael SheaNick
Clara TarteCarrie
Edwin RochelleCharlie

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