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One Summer

2021·Movie
1h 24min·PG

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One Summer fingerprint

Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Family and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Jack takes his son and daughter to his late wife's beachside hometown hoping to heal and become closer. The summer brings visions of the past that could forge a new path forward.
Beachside HometownGrief and HealingFamily DramaVisions of the PastFinding New PathsEmotionalNostalgicCharacter-Driven

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about One Summer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream One Summer legally?

One Summer is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is One Summer worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is One Summer rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is One Summer?

1 h 24 min

One Summer runs 1 h 24 min.

Is One Summer based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is One Summer in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch One Summer?

5CAFRNLSEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for One Summer in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.