Good Sam

Intrepid reporter unravels mystery of anonymous benefactor

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About Good Sam

Released: 2019

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-PG

Run time: 1h 30m

Cast
Tiya Sircar, Chad Connell, Marco Grazzini, Jesse Camacho, Mark Camacho, Elana Dunkelman, Kelly Hope Taylor, Kenny Wong, Daniela Sandiford, Christina Tannous

About Good Sam

Good Sam is a heartwarming TV show released in 2019 in the Children & Family Movies genre. It follows the story of a mysterious person named Good Sam who leaves $100,000 on the doorsteps of random New Yorkers and sparks a media frenzy as people speculate about the identity and motives of the generous stranger. Mainly focused on the character of Kate Bradley, a driven news reporter who seeks to uncover the truth behind the Good Sam phenomenon, the show delves into themes of kindness, community, and the impact of small acts of generosity.

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Making / Production

Good Sam was created by Dete Meserve and adapted from her novel of the same name. The show was produced by MarVista Entertainment for Netflix, and it aimed to deliver a heartwarming and family-friendly story that would resonate with a wide audience. Filming took place in New York City to capture the vibrant and diverse urban setting that plays a central role in the narrative.

Actors

  • Tiya Sircar as Kate Bradley - A dedicated news reporter determined to uncover the identity of Good Sam and the motivations behind the mysterious acts of kindness.
  • Chad Connell as Eric Hayes - Kate's supportive colleague and romantic interest who helps her investigate the Good Sam story.
  • Marco Grazzini as Jack Hansen - A detective working with Kate to solve the mystery behind Good Sam's anonymous gifts.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Good Sam is based on the novel of the same name by Dete Meserve.
  • The show highlights the power of random acts of kindness and the ripple effect they can have on a community.
  • Many of the New Yorkers featured in the show's episodes were real residents who shared their own stories of kindness and generosity.

Quotes

  • "Sometimes it only takes one person to inspire a city." - Kate Bradley
  • "Goodness is contagious." - Jack Hansen
  • "Believe in the magic of kindness." - Eric Hayes

Music, Soundtrack

  • The soundtrack of Good Sam features uplifting and inspiring music that complements the theme of kindness and generosity throughout the show.
  • Original score composed by talented musicians adds emotional depth to key moments in the storyline.