Summer Rental
John Candy is about to face the most devastating experience known to man—the family vacation.
Jack Chester, an overworked air traffic controller, takes his family on vacation to the beach. Things immediately start to go wrong for the Chesters, and steadily get worse. Jack ends up in a feud with a local yachtsman, and has to race him to regain his pride and family's respect.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Summer Rental
- Genres: Comedy
- Release Date: 1985-08-09
- Runtime: 87 minutes
- Rating: 6.082/10 (207 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $24,689,704
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, St. Petersburg Clearwater Film Commision, Bernie Brillstein Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.0442
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
John Candy
as Jack Chester
Richard Crenna
as Al Pellet
Rip Torn
as Scully
Karen Austin
as Sandy Chester
Kerri Green
as Jennifer Chester
John Larroquette
as Don Moore
Joey Lawrence
as Bobby Chester
Aubrey Jene
as Laurie Chester
Dick Anthony Williams
as Dan Gardner
Richard Herd
as Angus MacLachlan
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summer Rental?▼
Summer Rental is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1985-08-09.
Who are the main actors in Summer Rental?▼
The main cast includes John Candy, Richard Crenna, Rip Torn, Karen Austin, Kerri Green, .
Where can I watch Summer Rental online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Summer Rental is available.
Is Summer Rental based on a true story?▼
John Candy is about to face the most devastating experience known to man—the family vacation.
What is the IMDb rating of Summer Rental?▼
Summer Rental has an IMDb rating of 6.082/10 based on 207 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Summer Rental?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $24,689,704 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Summer Rental?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, St. Petersburg Clearwater Film Commision, Bernie Brillstein Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Summer Rental filmed?▼
Summer Rental was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Summer Rental?▼
The total runtime of Summer Rental is 87 minutes.
Is Summer Rental suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Summer Rental?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Summer Rental.
Does Summer Rental have a post-credit scene?▼
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