The Long, Hot Summer (1958)
Kernel Score: 77% · 220 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama
Released: 1958-05-17
Runtime: 115 minutes
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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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Director
Cast
- Paul Newman as Ben Quick
- Joanne Woodward as Clara Varner
- Anthony Franciosa as Jody Varner
- Orson Welles as Will Varner
- Lee Remick as Eula Varner
- Angela Lansbury as Minnie Littlejohn
- Richard Anderson as Alan Stewart
- Sarah Marshall as Agnes Stewart
- Mabel Albertson as Elizabeth Stewart
- J. Pat O'Malley as Ratliff
The Long, Hot Summer FAQ
Is The Long, Hot Summer good?
The Long, Hot Summer has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 220 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Long, Hot Summer?
In the US you can stream The Long, Hot Summer on FlixFling and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is The Long, Hot Summer rated?
The Long, Hot Summer is rated NR.
What movies are like The Long, Hot Summer?
If you liked The Long, Hot Summer, try The Judge, Fahrenheit 451, The Glass Castle and To Kill a Mockingbird.