
Life According to Sam
“Progeria is just a part of who I am.”
Overview
Progeria is a rare, fatal genetic condition that causes accelerated aging in children; its young victims rarely live past 13. This moving documentary explores the remarkable world of Sam Berns and the relentless pursuit of a treatment and cure by his parents (both doctors) to save their son from the disease.
Top-billed cast
- SScott Berns
- SSam Berns
- LLeslie Gordon
- FFrancis Collins
- DDave Matthews
Crew
- Directors
- Andrea Nix, Sean Fine
- Producers
- Sheila Nevins, Miriam Weintraub
- Production
- Fine Films, HBO Documentary Films
Frequently asked questions
What is Life According to Sam rated?
Life According to Sam has an audience rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 18 votes.
Who directed Life According to Sam?
Life According to Sam was directed by Andrea Nix, Sean Fine.
When was Life According to Sam released?
Life According to Sam was released in 2013.















