Namu, the Killer Whale (1966): Cast
Namu, the Killer Whale is a 1966 family drama directed by László Benedek, starring Robert Lansing as Hank Donner, John Anderson and Richard Erdman. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Director
- László Benedek
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Ivan Tors Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Namu, the Killer Whale About?
The premise of Namu, the Killer Whale without spoilers.
Based on a true story, marine biologist Hank Lansing bonds with Namu, a six‑ton orca. They share mornings swimming and afternoons basking, becoming inseparable companions. When local fishermen view Namu as a threat, Hank enlists the help of a young widow and her daughter, racing time to prove the gentle giant’s nature and save him from capture.
Namu, the Killer Whale Themes & Keywords
· 11 tags- psychotronic film
- family relationships
- whale
- whaler
- killing an animal
- environmental issue
- whale hunting
- eco activist
- fishery
- animal in title
- animal
Namu, the Killer Whale Cast & Characters
Robert Lansing leads the cast as Hank Donner, with John Anderson as Joe Clausen and Richard Erdman as Deke. Directed by László Benedek; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director László Benedek
- Robert Lansing as Hank Donner
- John Anderson as Joe Clausen
- Richard Erdman as Deke
- Lee Meriwether as Kate Rand
Also Starring in Namu, the Killer Whale
· 5 more- Edwin Rochelle Charlie
- Robin Mattson Lisa Rand
- Joe Higgins Burt
- Michael Shea Nick
- Clara Tarte Carrie
Namu, the Killer Whale Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Namu, the Killer Whale.
Cars in Namu, the Killer Whale
1 car on screen: the 1965 Plymouth Fury.
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1965 Plymouth Fury Minor role
Namu, the Killer Whale Also Known As
10 alternative titles, including “My Best Friend” and “Namu - skräckvalen”.
- Also known as
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- My Best Friend
- Namu - skräckvalen
- Namu, der Killerwal
- Namu, la ballena salvaje
- Namu, ihr bester Freund
- Namu, der Raubwal
- L'orque Sauvage
- Наму, кит-убийца
- Namu, la ballena asesina
- L’orca Namú
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Namu, the Killer Whale FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Namu, the Killer Whale, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Namu, the Killer Whale?
Namu, the Killer Whale runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was Namu, the Killer Whale released?
Namu, the Killer Whale was released on August 1, 1966.
Who directed Namu, the Killer Whale?
Namu, the Killer Whale was directed by László Benedek.
More films by László Benedek Who is in the cast of Namu, the Killer Whale?
Namu, the Killer Whale stars Robert Lansing as Hank Donner, John Anderson as Joe Clausen and Richard Erdman as Deke, among 9 credited actors.
Does Namu, the Killer Whale have a post-credit scene?
No. Namu, the Killer Whale has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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