Summer with Monika (1953)
Kernel Score: 84% · 386 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1953-02-09
Runtime: 98 minutes
Where to watch Summer with Monika
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
One summer day, two teens begin a reckless affair and abandon their families to be with one another.
Summer with Monika parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this classic Bergman drama depicts a teen romance including a pregnancy, with sexual content implied throughout.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Depicts a reckless teen affair with romantic and implied sexual content, including pregnancy.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Harriet Andersson as Monika Eriksson
- Lars Ekborg as Harry Lund
- Dagmar Ebbesen as Mrs. Lindström
- Åke Fridell as Ludwig Eriksson
- Naemi Briese as Monika's Mother
- Åke Grönberg as Harry's Friend at Work
- Sigge Fürst as Johan
- John Harryson as Lelle
- Georg Skarstedt as Harry's Father
- Gösta Ericsson as Forsberg
Summer with Monika FAQ
Is Summer with Monika good?
Summer with Monika has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 386 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Summer with Monika?
In the US you can stream Summer with Monika on The Criterion Channel, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Summer with Monika OK for kids?
Summer with Monika is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this classic Bergman drama depicts a teen romance including a pregnancy, with sexual content implied throughout.
What movies are like Summer with Monika?
If you liked Summer with Monika, try Winter Spring Summer or Fall, Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears, Chemical Hearts and I Want You.