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The Long, Hot Summer (1958)
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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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Worth tryingCharacter-driven
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneCharacter-driven
ExperienceDetail-driven engagement
What to expect from this title?Expect a lighter watch that runs on dialogue, chemistry, and day-to-day situations more than escalation.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
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Viewer insight The Long, Hot Summer is a 1958 film in the Drama category from United States. Directed by Martin Ritt. Starring Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward. Runtime: about 115 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 7.1/10.
Genre: Drama, Released in 1958, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 115 minutes, Starring Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward.
Runtime
115 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew

Paul Newman
Ben Quick

Joanne Woodward
Clara Varner

Anthony Franciosa
Jody Varner

Orson Welles
Will Varner

Lee Remick
Eula Varner

Angela Lansbury
Minnie Littlejohn

Richard Anderson
Alan Stewart

Sarah Marshall
Agnes Stewart
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Mabel Albertson
Elizabeth Stewart

J. Pat O'Malley
Ratliff

Bill Walker
Lucius

Robert Adler
Ambulance Driver (uncredited)

Val Avery
Wilk (uncredited)

Jim Brandt
Linus Olds (uncredited)
Director: Martin Ritt
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1What is movie The Long, Hot Summer (1958)?
It is a movie released in 1958 within the Drama category.
2What is the story of The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer (1958) is a movie in the Drama category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Long, Hot Summer online?
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4What is the rating of The Long, Hot Summer?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 based on 226 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Long, Hot Summer?
Its runtime is about 115 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Long, Hot Summer best suited for?
A grounded dramatic watch where the emotional payoff grows scene by scene and feels strongest once it settles in.
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