Namu, the Killer Whale (1966) PG 08/01/1966 (US) Drama , Family , Adventure 1h 29m. The United Artists film Namu, the Killer Whale (a.k.a. Laslo Benedek. It is suspected that the matriarch, C5, who died in 1995, was his mother. 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. (written by) Cast (in credits order)verified as complete. Namu The Killer Whale. Namu (died July 9, 1966) was the third orca (killer whale) ever captured. He became the first performing killer whale. Namu was accidentally captured by fisherman with his sibling C15 and kept in the net for several days. 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. Based on a true story and suitable for the whole family, Namu, the Killer Whale was a film that debunked many myths about orca whales--animals that have traditionally been considered voracious, merciless killers. Within a couple of months, she was sold to SeaWorld as the two whales did not get along. Namu book. He was the subject of much media attention, including a 'starring' role in the 1966 film Namu, the Killer Whale. 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. Label: United Artists Records – UAL 3540. Based on the amazing true story of a marine biologist (Robert Lansing) who befriends a six-ton Orcawhale, this (1966) NAMU, THE KILLER WHALE. Score. As Hank continues his observations, occasionally visited by the curious Lisa, Namu eventually overcomes his grief and begins playfully interacting with Hank. Namu (died July 9, 1966) was the third orca (killer whale) ever captured. Chicago citation style: László Benedek, and Samuel Matlovsky. [9] The name "Namu" was also later used as a show-name for different orcas in SeaWorld shows. Citations are generated automatically from bibliographic data as a convenience, and may not be complete or accurate. Directed by. Namu, My Best Friend) was released in 1966 and 'starred' Namu in a fictional story set in the San Juan Islands. 1966 Directed by László Benedek. Watch Namu the Killer Whale | Prime Video I love the song and I just thought I'd make a little video to share! Cite This Item. Namu the Killer Whale) at imdb.com, "Captive killer whale Namu arrives in Seattle on July 27, 1965", Washington State Historylink.org, "Era of the Orca Cowboys" by Daniel Francis and Gil Hewlett in, "Conversation-starved Killer In A Salmon Net" by Eric Whitehead, Sports Illustrated, 1965 July 12, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Namu_(killer_whale)&oldid=1015468111, Articles with unsourced statements from May 2020, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 1 April 2021, at 17:16. Her mate remains near the carcass, mourning; Clausen and Burt insist on killing him, but Hank manages to send them off. [citation needed] While in captivity, Namu could eat 400 pounds of salmon a day. Country: NAMU, THE KILLER WHALE. more. A voiceover informs us that the sea is the mother of life on our planet. This movie is rated PG and suitable for family viewing. It was later discovered through preserved recordings of his calls that Namu was from C1 Pod,[7] one of the best known Northern Resident pods. Ted's account of that remarkable journey with Namu was published in National Geographic in 1966. Play Trailer. Hank Donner is a marine biologist camping and studying the underwater fauna near a Northwest Pacific fishing town. 35. "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. It’s based on Lansing’s true story of studying and training the killer whale while it was in his captivity. Genre: 1960s Folk/Children/SoundtrackTom Glazer sings us the story of Namu the Killer Whale who it turns out is not a killer at all. Tom Glazer. Namu, the Killer Whale (1966) "Make Room In Your Heart For A Six-Ton Pet!!!" 1965. The true story of Namu, the first killer whale to be successfully kept in captivity, as told by the man who cared for him. Namu (pronounced NAH-moo) was an adult male killer whale who lived at the Seattle Marine Aquarium. USA, 1966. 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. 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. [5] Namu was a popular attraction at the Seattle Marine Aquarium, and Griffin soon captured a female orca to be a companion for Namu. 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. 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. Movie Info. I also love how it explains the false killer whales' name - when seen in their entirety it's hard to imagine anyone mistaking them for their black-and-white cousins. Tom Glazer belts out the title folk song about Namu in which he admonishes one to “Respect the life of your fellow creatures.”. 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. 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. 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]. –. Seattle caught whale fever in the summer of 1965. The fictional story was filmed on location in the San Juan Islands and at … Arthur Weiss. 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. 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. Namu's popularity is what started the captures of killer whales for display in captivity. Namu was one of the world’s first captive orcas and the first to be put on public display. Namu, the Killer Whale ★★½ Namu, My Best Friend 1966. "The Ballad of Namu, the Killer Whale" written and performed by Tom Glazer. See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro. He was thus given the alphanumeric code C11. M. L. Lyke, "Granny's Struggle: A black and white gold rush is on", WGBH Frontline: "Edward 'Ted' Griffin, The Life and Adventures of a Man Who Caught Killer Whales", "Conversation-starved Killer In A Salmon Net", Film, "Namu: My Best Friend" (a.k.a. Shamu (pronounced sha-MOO) was a 10 year old female killer whale who lived at SeaWorld San Diego. She was the first killer whale owned by SeaWorld and the first killer whale to intentionally be captured for live display in captivity. 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. Namu, the Killer Whale(1966) Full Cast & Crew. The female, named Shamu, was however soon leased and eventually sold to SeaWorld in San Diego. Unfortunately, Namu became ill … Sings The Ballad Of "Namu The Killer Whale". In June 1965, William Lechkobit found a 22-foot (6.7m) male orca in his floating salmon net that had drifted close to shore near Namu, British Columbia. Film, Family and kids. Overview. Just three years after the Space Needle and the Seattle World’s Fair captivated the region, Namu arrived. Make Room In Your Heart For A Six-Ton Pet!!! A beautiful story of friendship between man and whale. Robert Lansing John Anderson Lee Meriwether. 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. [2] He was the subject of much media attention, including a 'starring' role in the 1966 film Namu, the Killer Whale. (1967) Salmon fishermen resent a marine biologist (Robert Lansing) studying a trapped whale in a Pacific Northwest cove. In time, Lisa leads some of the local children to the cove, and they throw food to Namu. [2] The film 'starred' the orca Namu, one of the first orcas ever displayed in captivity. 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 … 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. Writing Credits. Time Out says. Namu, The Killer Whale. She was originally captured to be a companion for Namu, but the two didn't get along and she was sold to SeaWorld instead. (42) IMDb 5.7 1h 29min 1966 7+. 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. No wonder old whale illustrations made them look so odd - the illustrators only had long-dead animals and sailors' descriptions to go on! Certain of the orcas' powerful intellect and communication ability, Ted sought to learn their language. Namu later appeared in a film, "Namu: The Killer Whale". Namu survived just over one year in captivity and died in his pen on July 9, 1966.[6]. Caught in a fishing net in 1965, the whale was sold for $8,000 to Ted Griffin, a Seattle aquarium owner. The orca was sold for $8,000 to Edward "Ted" Griffin, owner of the Seattle Marine Aquarium;[3][4] it ultimately cost Griffin much more to transport the orca 450 miles (720 km) South to Seattle. Namu, the Killer Whale is an adventure movie that hit the theaters back in 1966. Tom Glazer – Sings The Ballad Of "Namu The Killer Whale". Following this incident, the townspeople march to the cove, fully armed, to kill Namu. Once out in the open water, Namu encounters another group of orcas and joins them in swimming out into the sea. User. Based 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. Synopsis Make Room In Your Heart For A Six-Ton Pet!!! A female orca named Shamu was captured soon after and was sent to the aquarium. Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono. The leading stars in the movie include Robert Lansing, John Anderson, Robin Mattson, Richard Erdman, and Lee Meriwether. He was the first healthy[1] orca to be displayed in an aquarium exhibit and was the first to perform with a human together in the water. 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. Namu, the Killer Whale. APA citation style: László Benedek & Samuel Matlovsky. USA. A female is fatally wounded and drifts into the cove, where she beaches and dies. After fishermen off the coast of Washington state slay a killer whale, the dead animal's mate founders in the coastal waters. [8] As of February 2010, Namu's presumed sister Koeye (C10) is still alive. Read 3 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. 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