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18 October 1973 (USA)
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Meet Sam, the wonder man. He's got madness in his closet, everybody in trouble, the police in circles - and the world in his pocket. more
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A retired entertainer makes his living as a street musician on the streets of London. Two young children befriend the old musician, brightening his otherwise colorless life. | add synopsis
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Cast
(Credited cast)| Peter Sellers | ... | Sam | |
| Marjorie Yates | ... | Chrissie Ellis | |
| Donna Mullane | ... | Liz | |
| John Chaffey | ... | Mark | |
| David Daker | ... | Bob Ellis | |
| rest of cast listed alphabetically: | |||
| Pat Ashton | ... | Mrs. Bonini | |
| Pat Beckett | ... | Laundry Lady | |
| Patricia Brake | ... | Dog's Home Secretary | |
| Candyce Jane Brandl | ... | Laundry Lady | |
| Keith Chegwin | ... | Georgie | |
| Michael Graham Cox | ... | Park Keeper | |
| Don Crown | ... | Busker | |
| Katyana Kass | ... | The Ellis Baby | |
| Daphne Lawson | ... | Laundry Lady | |
| Hilary Pritchard | ... | Laundry Lady | |
| Bruce Purchase | ... | Park Policeman | |
| Bernie Searle | ... | Dustman | |
| Tommy Wright | ... | Dustman | |
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The Optimists of Nine Elms
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110 min
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Color (Eastmancolor)
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After Keaton, John Mills and then Danny Kaye were considered for the central role before Peter Sellers expressed an interest in the project.
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Errors in geography: Sam visits the inside of Chelsea Football Club, but the outside of Fulham Football Club (note the graffiti and the park, which is next to FFC).
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I once saw this wonderful film on TV and would give my eye teeth to see it again or to own it. I believe that there is a musical film as well as the drama that I saw.
For some time, I have been searching for a copy or the tv station that must have shown it with no luck. I did find a copy of the book on which it was based. It's lovely.
In my search, I came across these comments and hope that the writers return to the site to see mine. Perhaps they can direct me in my search for the video tapes (VHS).
With great anticipation, I thank you in advance for your interest.