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Sammy, the Way-Out Seal (1962): Cast

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Sammy, the Way-Out Seal is a 1962 family comedy directed by Norman Tokar, starring Jack Carson as Harold Sylvester, Robert Culp and Shep Houghton. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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Sammy, the Way-Out Seal (1962) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Norman Tokar
Genres
Family , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sammy, the Way-Out Seal About?

The premise of Sammy, the Way-Out Seal without spoilers.

When two adventurous brothers smuggle a playful seal named Sammy home from their summer vacation, they scramble to keep the animal hidden from their parents. Sammy’s mischievous behavior quickly spirals into chaotic mayhem, turning the tranquil town of Gatesville and its unsuspecting residents upside down with slap‑stick antics and heartfelt hijinks.

Sammy, the Way-Out Seal Themes & Keywords

· 7 tags
  • seal the animal
  • father son relationship
  • mother son relationship
  • brother brother relationship
  • family relationships
  • swimming
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Sammy, the Way-Out Seal Cast & Characters

Jack Carson leads the cast as Harold Sylvester, with Robert Culp as Chester 'Chet' Loomis and Shep Houghton as Party Guest (uncredited). Directed by Norman Tokar; 16 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Sammy, the Way-Out Seal

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From the director

More from Norman Tokar

More films directed by Norman Tokar, best-rated first: Candleshoe, The Apple Dumpling Gang, Where the Red Fern Grows and The Cat from Outer Space.

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Videos

Sammy, the Way-Out Seal Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Sammy, the Way-Out Seal.

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Cars

Cars in Sammy, the Way-Out Seal

16 cars on screen, including the 1953 Ford Crestline Country Squire and the 1959 Lincoln Premiere.

All 16 cars
  • 1953 Ford Crestline Country Squire in Sammy, the Way-Out Seal 1953 Ford Crestline Country Squire Important role
  • 1959 Lincoln Premiere in Sammy, the Way-Out Seal 1959 Lincoln Premiere Minor role
  • 1959 Buick Invicta in Sammy, the Way-Out Seal 1959 Buick Invicta Background role
  • 1959 Chevrolet in Sammy, the Way-Out Seal 1959 Chevrolet Background role

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Sammy, the Way-Out Seal FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Sammy, the Way-Out Seal, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sammy, the Way-Out Seal?

Sammy, the Way-Out Seal runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Sammy, the Way-Out Seal released?

Sammy, the Way-Out Seal was released on October 28, 1962.

Who directed Sammy, the Way-Out Seal?

Sammy, the Way-Out Seal was directed by Norman Tokar.

More films by Norman Tokar

Who is in the cast of Sammy, the Way-Out Seal?

Sammy, the Way-Out Seal stars Jack Carson as Harold Sylvester, Robert Culp as Chester 'Chet' Loomis and Shep Houghton as Party Guest (uncredited), among 16 credited actors.

Does Sammy, the Way-Out Seal have a post-credit scene?

No. Sammy, the Way-Out Seal has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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