The Long, Hot Summer
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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Based on audience scoresWhere to stream The Long, Hot Summer
Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel and FlixFling.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling.
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The Long, Hot Summer (1958) | Official Trailer
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Frequently asked questions about The Long, Hot Summer
Where can I watch The Long, Hot Summer in the United States?
The Long, Hot Summer is available to stream on Criterion Channel and FlixFling in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Long, Hot Summer for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Long, Hot Summer needs a subscription to Criterion Channel and FlixFling, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling.
What are the ratings for The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer scores 7.0 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, and 82% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer stars Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Anthony Franciosa, Orson Welles, and Lee Remick. Martin Ritt is the director.
How long is The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer runs 1h 55m (115 minutes).
When did The Long, Hot Summer come out?
The Long, Hot Summer was released on May 17, 1958.
Which studio made The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer was produced by Jerry Wald Productions and 20th Century Fox in the United States.
What was the budget for The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer was made on a budget of $1,600,000.
How much did The Long, Hot Summer make at the box office?
The Long, Hot Summer grossed $3,500,000 worldwide, against a budget of $1,600,000.
What languages is The Long, Hot Summer in?
The Long, Hot Summer is in English and Spanish, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.