Tom Sawyer.

Name: Tom Sawyer
Genre: Adventure, Family, Musical
Released: 1973-03-15
Duration: 98 min
Cast: Johnny Whitaker, Celeste Holm, Warren Oates, Jeff East, Jodie Foster

The river has room for a song.

Tom Sawyer turns chores and school days into adventures with his friend Huck. Their carefree games take a serious turn when they witness a crime and must decide how to help an innocent man.

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Why it’s a little special

Songs by the Sherman brothers bring a musical rhythm to Mark Twain's mischievous river-town story.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

General audiences

US film rating

A murder, threats, a frightening cave and dangerous adventures. Includes dated racial portrayals, smoking and historical attitudes.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Don Taylor
Starring: Johnny Whitaker, Celeste Holm, Warren Oates, Jeff East, Jodie Foster, Lucille Benson, Henry Jones, Noah Keen, Dub Taylor, Richard Eastham, Sandy Kenyon, Joshua Hill Lewis
Written by: Robert B. Sherman, Richard M. Sherman
Produced by: Arthur P. Jacobs, Walter Bien
Release date: March 15, 1973
Runtime: 98 minutes
Genre: Adventure, Family, Musical
Studio: MGM
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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