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My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story

My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story

Fact-based story about the controversial conviction of Dr. Sam Sheppard (Peter Strauss) for the murder of his wife in Cleveland. The story picks up with his conviction and concentrates on his son's (Henry Czerny) efforts 40 years later to find evidence that his father was innocent of the crime. The story was the basis for the film and TV series of "The Fugitive".

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story
  • Genres: Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1998-11-17
  • Runtime: 95 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (4 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Jaffe/Braunstein Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.173
  • Languages:

Cast & Crew

Peter Strauss

Peter Strauss

as Dr. Sam Sheppard

Henry Czerny

Henry Czerny

as Sam "Chip" Sheppard

Lindsay Frost

Lindsay Frost

as Marilyn Sheppard

John Colicos

John Colicos

as Richard Eberle

John Bourgeois

John Bourgeois

as Dr. Robert Sheppard

Janet-Laine Green

Janet-Laine Green

as Ariane

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Keywords

based on true story

Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story?

My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story is a Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1998-11-17.

Who are the main actors in My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story?

The main cast includes Peter Strauss, Henry Czerny, Lindsay Frost, John Colicos, John Bourgeois, .

Where can I watch My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story is available.

Is My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story?

My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 4 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story?

The soundtrack was composed by Jaffe/Braunstein Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story filmed?

My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story?

The total runtime of My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story is 95 minutes.

Is My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story.

Does My Father's Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story have a post-credit scene?

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