Namu, the Killer Whale

Namu, the Killer Whale

4.417

1966-08-01

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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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!

Released

1966-08-01

Runtime

89

Director

László Benedek

Budget

$0

Revenue

$0

Genres

Drama

Family

Adventure

Language

English

Production

Ivan Tors Productions

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    Robert Lansing

    Robert Lansing
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    John Anderson

    John Anderson
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    Robin Mattson

    Robin Mattson
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    Richard Erdman

    Richard Erdman
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    Lee Meriwether

    Lee Meriwether
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    Joe Higgins

    Joe Higgins
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    Michael Shea

    Michael Shea
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    Clara Tarte

    Clara Tarte
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    Edwin Rochelle

    Edwin Rochelle