Namu, the Killer Whale

Overview

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!

Details

Status

Released

Release date

August 1, 1966

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Ivan Tors Productions

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0060737