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The Long, Hot Summer

1958·Movie
1h 55min·NR

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Romance7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Family, class and money, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The people of Faulkner...the language of Faulkner...the world of Faulkner!

Accused barn burner and conman Ben Quick arrives in a small Mississippi town and quickly ingratiates himself with its richest family, the Varners.
Small Town DramaSouthern GothicFamily SagaClass ConflictIntense PerformancesMississippi1950sPower DynamicsComplex Characters

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Questions about The Long, Hot Summer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Long, Hot Summer legally?

The Long, Hot Summer is included with a subscription to FlixFling in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Long, Hot Summer worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 85%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Long, Hot Summer rated?

NRSexual content

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is The Long, Hot Summer?

1 h 55 min

The Long, Hot Summer runs 1 h 55 min.

Is The Long, Hot Summer based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Long, Hot Summer?

Critics85
Audiences78

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see The Long, Hot Summer much the same way.

Was The Long, Hot Summer a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$4 million

Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 2.2 times its budget.

What language is The Long, Hot Summer in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Long, Hot Summer?

10AUCAESFRGBGGIENLNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Long, Hot Summer in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Long, Hot Summer use?

Small Name, Big EgoLoners Are FreaksHow They Treat the HelpScrew the Rules, I Have Money!Inadequate InheritorHappily MarriedBig Fancy HousePyromaniacJerk with a Heart of GoldTorches and PitchforksSanity SlippageI Love You Because I Can't Control Youand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for The Long, Hot Summer, including Small Name, Big Ego, Loners Are Freaks, How They Treat the Help.