Play Trailer; Make Room In Your Heart For A Six-Ton Pet!!! "The Ballad of Namu, the Killer Whale" written and performed by Tom Glazer. Title: Tom Glazer belts out the title folk song about Namu in which he admonishes one to “Respect the life of your fellow creatures.”. Namu, the Killer Whale (re-issued as Namu, My Best Friend) is a 1966 American film about a killer whale (orca) being studied by a local marine biologist after the murder of his mate and initially feared by local townspeople. Namu, the Killer Whale ★★½ Namu, My Best Friend 1966Based on the true story of a marine biologist (Lansing) who gets the perfect opportunity to study killer whales when one is confined to a small cove. Extras. Namu was one of the world’s first captive orcas and the first to be put on public display. Once out in the open water, Namu encounters another group of orcas and joins them in swimming out into the sea. Audio. Namu, the Killer Whale is an adventure movie that hit the theaters back in 1966. After fishermen off the coast of Washington state slay a killer whale, the dead animal's mate founders in the coastal waters. Namu, the Killer Whale August 1, 1966 Based on the amazing true story of a marine biologist (Robert Lansing) who befriends a six-ton Orcawhale, this "honest, fascinating and vigorously wholesome film" (Citizen-News) is heartwarming fun for the whole family. Synopsis. TMDb Score. Namu The Killer Whale. This beautifully remarkable movie was produced in 1966 and provides any family member a chance to enjoy the interaction between benevolent humans and a creature considered a threat. It pits an ignorant, small town against an oceanographer (Robert Lansing) and a shop keeper (Lee Meriweather) in working to educate the local township that Namu is not a threat, but a lonely animal needing attention. Namu was accidentally captured by fisherman with his sibling C15 and kept in the net for several days. 6 out of 10. Just three years after the Space Needle and the Seattle World’s Fair captivated the region, Namu arrived. BBC One London, 31 May 1997 11.00. Genre/Form: Biographies Biography: Additional Physical Format: Online version: Griffin, Ted, 1935-Namu, quest for the killer whale. Namu, the Killer Whale (re-issued as Namu, My Best Friend) is a 1966 American film about a killer whale (orca) being studied by a local marine biologist after the murder of his mate and initially feared by local townspeople.[1]. The leading stars in the movie include Robert Lansing, John Anderson, Robin Mattson, Richard Erdman, and Lee Meriwether. Film. Ted's account of that remarkable journey with Namu was published in National Geographic in 1966. Ted paid the local fishermen that had captured Namu a total of $8,000 dollars—$3,000 for the value of the nets, and 5,000 for the whale. Following this incident, the townspeople march to the cove, fully armed, to kill Namu. Namu, the Killer Whale Robert Lansing John Anderson Lee Meriwether (1967) Salmon fishermen resent a marine biologist (Robert Lansing) studying a trapped whale in a Pacific Northwest cove. Namu, the Killer Whale. In HD. View production, box office, & company info. Namu, the Killer Whale 1966 | PG | 1h 28m | Action Adventure Children Salmon fishermen resent a marine biologist (Robert Lansing) studying a trapped whale in a Pacific Northwest cove. Namu, the Killer Whale(1966) Full Cast & Crew. The local fisherman want to kill the creature because it feeds on the salmon they catch but they are persuaded against their baser instincts. (1966). Namu, the Killer Whale (1966) "Make Room In Your Heart For A Six-Ton Pet!!!" Film, Family and kids. Synopsis: Seattle caught whale fever in the summer of 1965. Robert Lansing and Lee Meriwether star in this warm and compelling family drama about a compassionate scientist who forms an unlikely friendship with a magnificent killer whale. This FAQ is empty. Was this review helpful to you? Ted's account of that remarkable journey with Namu was published in National Geographic in 1966. 8 out of 10. Namu (pronounced NAH-moo) was an adult male killer whale who lived at the Seattle Marine Aquarium. Read 3 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. 0 out of 10. The spinner dolphins Marine biologist Hank Donner (Robert Lansing) finds the surviving whale and forges a bond with the animal while documenting his scientific observations. One to rent or buy cheaply in a sale. This movie is rated PG and suitable for family viewing. . Namu, the Killer Whale is a film directed by Laslo Benedek with Robert Lansing, John Anderson, Robin Mattson, Richard Erdman, Lee Meriwether .... Year: 1966. The massive whale had become entangled in fishing nets in Namu Bay, British Columbia, on June 25, and was later purchased by aquarium owner Ted Griffin and towed to Seattle in a floating pen. On July 27, 1965, the world's first captive orca whale arrives in Elliott Bay for display at the private Seattle Marine Aquarium on Pier 56. 35. Laslo Benedek. Hollywood came calling and made the feature film “Namu the Killer Whale” (“Make Room in Your Heart for a 6-ton Pet” was the subtitle), filmed at Rich Cove near Bremerton. The fictional story was filmed on location in the San Juan Islands and at Rich Cove near Port Orchard, Washington. Hank seals off the cove with a net barrier strung across the entrance and then sets down to study the orca, who is dubbed "Namu" in the film's song. Get a sneak peek of the new version of this page. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Namu, the Killer Whale PG | 1h 29min | Adventure , Drama , Family | 1 August 1966 (USA) Robert Lansing and Lee Meriwether star in this warm and compelling family drama about a compassionate scientist who forms an unlikely friendship with a magnificent killer whale. Namu, The Killer Whale. Namu book. Her mate remains near the carcass, mourning; Clausen and Burt insist on killing him, but Hank manages to send them off. Based on the amazing true story of a marine biologist (Robert Lansing) who befriends a six-ton Orcawhale, this "honest, fascinating and vigorously wholesome film" (Citizen-News) is heartwarming fun for the whole family. Video. As Hank continues his observations, occasionally visited by the curious Lisa, Namu eventually overcomes his grief and begins playfully interacting with Hank. (42) IMDb 5.7 1h 29min 1966 7+. Movie Info. TMDb Score. Certain of the orcas' powerful intellect and communication ability, Ted sought to learn their language. Robert Lansing and Lee Meriwether star in this warm and compelling family drama about a compassionate scientist who forms an unlikely friendship with a magnificent killer whale. A female is fatally wounded and drifts into the cove, where she beaches and dies. The Crossword Solver found 20 answers to the Arctic whale crossword clue. One day, while Hank and his local assistant Deke study a pod of gray whales swimming past the cove where they have set up camp, they witness a pair of fishermen, Joe Clausen and Burt, shooting at a passing group of killer whales. He was the subject of much media attention, including a 'starring' role in the 1966 film Namu, the Killer Whale. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Namu the Killer Whale is a perfectly decent family movie that simply hasn’t stood the test of time, and is doubly unfortunate to have been made obsolescent by a more recent film with a similar premise. [2] The film 'starred' the orca Namu, one of the first orcas ever displayed in captivity. 6 out of 10. Read and write album reviews for The Ballad of Namu the Killer Whale - Tompall & the Glaser Brothers on AllMusic 9 of 11 people found this review helpful. They are watched with distrust by the locals, except Kate Rand, the owner of the fishing gear store where Hank purchases his supplies, and her young daughter Lisa, who admires Hank's work. If you are unsure how best to edit this programme please take a moment to read it. A voiceover informs us that the sea is the mother of life on our planet. Like all close pals, Hank (Lansing) and Namu love spending time together. (written by) Cast (in credits order)verified as complete. The sight of the two swimming with Namu finally disperses their prejudice, but then Clausen, who has separated from the mob, opens fire from a boat beyond the net barrier. One of the boys, Nick, viciously stuffs a hooked float into a piece of fish, making Namu go wild with pain when he swallows it. The scene in which Lansing and Meriweather engage in play with Namu inside the lagoon is priceless and the background music is equally so. Writing Credits. Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. From Wings to Parasite, here's a look back at all of the Best Picture Oscar winners in the history of the ceremony. Namu's popularity is what started the captures of killer whales for display in captivity. Hank, however, soon discovers the cause for Namu's agony, and to prove that Namu is a peaceful creature, he dons swimming gear and enters the cove, followed by Kate when the fisherfolk still hesitate. Hank has Deke open the net; Namu swims out and overturns Clausen's boat, but instead of killing him, he keeps Clausen afloat until Hank and Deke fish him out. Moreover, when Namu miraculously rescues the very man (John Anderson) who tried to kill him, makes this movie unbelievably precious. Original title: Namu, the Killer Whale. Namu, the Killer Whale Caught in a fishing net in 1965, the whale was sold for $8,000 to Ted Griffin, a Seattle aquarium owner. Use the HTML below. Check out our editors' picks for the movies and shows we're excited about this month, like Mortal Kombat, "Them," and Stowaway. Ted then flew in supplies including several tons of structural steel, and rounded up over 40 fifty … The true story of Namu, the first killer whale to be successfully kept in captivity, as told by the man who cared for him. Edit Submit Cancel We have produced a Style Guide to help editors follow a standard format when editing a listing. Time Out says. Add the first question. See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro. In time, Lisa leads some of the local children to the cove, and they throw food to Namu. He became the first performing killer whale. Namu, the Killer Whale (1966) PG 08/01/1966 (US) Drama, Family, Adventure 1h 29m User Score. Mandatory viewing for everyone. When a killer whale swims into a secluded cove, marine biologist Hank Donner is delighted. Namu (died July 9, 1966) was the third orca (killer whale) ever captured. Directed by. Arthur Weiss. It’s based on Lansing’s true story of studying and training the killer whale while it was in his captivity. (1966) See Films: pages 57-66 *** Overview of Namu, the Killer Whale, 1966, directed by Laslo Benedek, with Robert Lansing, John Anderson, Robin Mattson, at Turner Classic Movies Hank Donner is a marine biologist camping and studying the underwater fauna near a Northwest Pacific fishing town. Read this fascinating true account and learn what kind of man has the capacity to love a killer whale, and earn the whale's love in return. A beautiful story of friendship between man and whale. He was the first healthy orca to be displayed in an aquarium exhibit and was the first to perform with a human together in the water. "National Geographic Runs Feature on Whale, Namu", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Namu,_the_Killer_Whale&oldid=1016701879, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 8 April 2021, at 16:39. 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