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The Long, Hot Summer

The Long, Hot Summer

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Long, Hot Summer
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1958-05-17
  • Runtime: 115 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (209 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Jerry Wald Productions, 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4964
  • Languages: English, Spanish

Cast & Crew

Paul Newman

Paul Newman

as Ben Quick

Joanne Woodward

Joanne Woodward

as Clara Varner

Anthony Franciosa

Anthony Franciosa

as Jody Varner

Orson Welles

Orson Welles

as Will Varner

Lee Remick

Lee Remick

as Eula Varner

Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury

as Minnie Littlejohn

Richard Anderson

Richard Anderson

as Alan Stewart

Sarah Marshall

Sarah Marshall

as Agnes Stewart

Mabel Albertson

Mabel Albertson

as Elizabeth Stewart

J. Pat O'Malley

J. Pat O'Malley

as Ratliff

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Trailers & Clips

The Long, Hot Summer (1958) | Official Trailer

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Keywords

small townbased on novel or bookarranged marriagehost familyfamily relationshipssexual tensionarsonclass differencesfalse accusationsarsonistsexual repressionoverbearing fatherstrangerbased on short storysharecroppergeneral storefather son conflictsummertimefather son relationshipfather daughter relationshipsouthern gothicseducercharming man

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Long, Hot Summer?

The Long, Hot Summer is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1958-05-17.

Who are the main actors in The Long, Hot Summer?

The main cast includes Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Anthony Franciosa, Orson Welles, Lee Remick, .

Where can I watch The Long, Hot Summer online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Long, Hot Summer is available.

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

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Long, Hot Summer?

The Long, Hot Summer has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 209 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Long, Hot Summer?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Long, Hot Summer?

The soundtrack was composed by Jerry Wald Productions, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Long, Hot Summer filmed?

The Long, Hot Summer was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Long, Hot Summer?

The total runtime of The Long, Hot Summer is 115 minutes.

Is The Long, Hot Summer suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Long, Hot Summer?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Long, Hot Summer.

Does The Long, Hot Summer have a post-credit scene?

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