Savage Sam is a 1963 American Western film sequel to Old Yeller, based on Fred Gipson’s 1962 novel of the same name. The live-action feature, directed by Norman Tokar, was released on June 1, 1963 by Walt Disney Productions. It did not have the same level of success as the original.
Directed By: Norman Tokar
Starring: Brian Keith, Tommy Kirk, Marta Kristen, Kevin Corcoran, Dewey Martin, Jeff York and Rafael Campos
Revenue: $3 million (U.S./Canada)
Synopsis:
When their parents depart to visit their elderly grandmother, Travis (Tommy Kirk) and Arliss Coates (Kevin Corcoran) take over the family farm. They are fortunate to have Old Yeller’s son, Savage Sam, to keep them company and assist them with tracking. Travis and Arliss first clash because Travis is older and more responsible, and Arliss wants to avoid his responsibilities. When the boys and a neighbor’s girl are kidnapped by an Apache tribe, it’s up to Savage Sam to save the day.