Save the Children Now Streaming on Netflix!

It’s our pleasure to announce that the long-forgotten concert documentary Save the Children has been beautifully restored and is now streaming on Netflix. Originally filmed in 1972 at the Operation PUSH exposition in Chicago, this film serves as an extraordinary time capsule of that era’s music and activism. Featuring legendary performances from artists like Marvin Gaye, Roberta Flack, Quincy Jones, Nancy Wilson, and the Jackson 5, Sammy Davis Jr. is in remarkable company.

For Sammy, this event came at a challenging moment in his career. His appearance followed the controversial hug with President Richard Nixon, which led to backlash within parts of the African American community. This context gives his introduction at the expo profound significance. Sammy’s decision to perform “I’ve Gotta Be Me” is a poignant declaration of individuality and resilience—a standout moment in an unmissable music documentary.