Smiles of a Summer Night (1955)
Kernel Score: 83% · 264 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1955-12-26
Runtime: 109 minutes
Where to watch Smiles of a Summer Night
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Early in the 20th century, middle-aged lawyer Fredrik Egerman and his young wife, Anne, have still not consummated their marriage, while Fredrik's son finds himself increasingly attracted to his new stepmother. To make matters worse, Fredrik's old flame Desiree makes a public bet that she can seduce him at a romantic weekend retreat where four couples convene, swapping partners and pairing off in unexpected ways.
Smiles of a Summer Night parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Smiles of a Summer Night is a 1955 comedy of manners involving affairs and romantic scheming among adults.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Plot revolves around an unconsummated marriage, an extramarital affair, and partner-swapping among couples, described by reviewers as 'racy.'
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Gunnar Björnstrand as Fredrik Egerman
- Ulla Jacobsson as Anne Egerman
- Eva Dahlbeck as Desirée Armfeldt
- Harriet Andersson as Petra
- Margit Carlqvist as Countess Charlotte Malcolm
- Jarl Kulle as Count Carl Magnus Malcolm
- Åke Fridell as Frid
- Björn Bjelfvenstam as Henrik Egerman
- Naima Wifstrand as Desirée's Mother
- Jullan Kindahl as Beata
Smiles of a Summer Night FAQ
Is Smiles of a Summer Night good?
Smiles of a Summer Night has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 264 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Smiles of a Summer Night?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Darkroom and rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is Smiles of a Summer Night OK for kids?
Smiles of a Summer Night is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Smiles of a Summer Night is a 1955 comedy of manners involving affairs and romantic scheming among adults.
What movies are like Smiles of a Summer Night?
If you liked Smiles of a Summer Night, try ¿Quieres ser mi hijo?, Puppy Love, 5 to 7 and The Awful Truth.