---
title: "Napoleon and Samantha"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/napoleon-and-samantha-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 42486
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "G"
---

# Napoleon and Samantha (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/napoleon-and-samantha-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Napoleon and Samantha is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Drama, Family. Produced and broadcast by Walt Disney Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two children embark on a perilous mountain trek with a pet lion to avoid parting with it."

### Why Watch
- Features a unique journey with an old pet circus lion
- Includes outdoor wilderness survival elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- Involves perilous situations involving young children
- May feature dated production elements from its 1972 release
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains peril and adventure suitable for a family-rated action and drama film.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, action, drama, family

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/napoleon-and-samantha-1972#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Bernard McEveety
- **Networks / Studios**: Walt Disney Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael Douglas** as *Danny Arlington Williams III*
- **Jodie Foster** as *Samantha*
- **Johnny Whitaker** as *Napoleon*
- **Will Geer** as *Grandpa*
- **Henry Jones** as *Mr. Amos Gutteridge*
- **Vito Scotti** as *Dimetri the Clown*
- **Ellen Corby** as *Gertrude*
- **Mary Wickes** as *Employment Office Clerk*
- **Arch Johnson** as *Police Chief*
- **Rex Holman** as *Mark*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Napoleon and Samantha released?
The film was released on July 5, 1972.

### Q: What genres does the movie fall under?
It is classified under action, adventure, drama, and family genres.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Bernard McEveety.

### Q: Who are some of the cast members listed for the film?
The cast includes Michael Douglas, Will Geer, Arch Johnson, Johnny Whitaker, and Jodie Foster.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Napoleon and Samantha — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/42486)
- [Napoleon a Samantha / Napoleon and Samantha (1972)](https://www.sms.cz/film/napoleon-a-samantha)
- [Napoleon a Samantha 59% [Napoleon and Samantha] (1972…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/215175-napoleon-a-samantha)
- [Napoleon a Samantha (1972) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/12169-napoleon-a-samantha/prehled/)
- [Napoleon a Samantha (1972) | Dokina.CZ](https://dokina.tiscali.cz/film/napoleon-a-samantha-b285658)

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