The Long, Hot Summer
"The people of Faulkner...the language of Faulkner...the world of Faulkner!"
Originally released in 1958. The Long, Hot Summer is a drama film. directed by Martin Ritt.
Starring Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, and Anthony Franciosa
Synopsis
Accused barn burner and conman Ben Quick arrives in a small Mississippi town and quickly ingratiates himself with its richest family, the Varners.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 17, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (218 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top 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
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jerry Wald Productions
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Long, Hot Summer about?
Accused barn burner and conman Ben Quick arrives in a small Mississippi town and quickly ingratiates himself with its richest family, the Varners.
Who directed The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer was directed by Martin Ritt.
How long is The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was The Long, Hot Summer released?
The Long, Hot Summer was released on May 17, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Long, Hot Summer?
The main cast of The Long, Hot Summer includes Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Anthony Franciosa, Orson Welles, Lee Remick.
Is The Long, Hot Summer worth watching?
The Long, Hot Summer has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 218 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.