One Hot Summer (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 2009, One Hot Summer is a comedy, drama, romance and tv movie film directed by Betty Kaplan, running about 90 minutes. “If you don't make a decision you can't make a mistake” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A beautiful Cuban-American lawyer is caught in the greatest dilemma of her life stay with Ariel, her Cuban-American husband who is eager to start a family at any cost or reignite a past love with Luther, the romance of her life who unexpectedly returns to try and capture her heart once again. Set against the backdrop of one hot summer in the sultry city of Miami, this romantic comedy examines the lives and loves of Margarita Santos, a contemporary woman and her two best friends (Anabel and Viviana) as they straddle two cultures to navigate through the dilemmas they face to find love and happiness once again.

Who’s in it. One Hot Summer stars Cordelia González as Matilde Santos, Nancy Millán as Connie, Ángel Viera as Tomas Aguilera and Clifford Myatt as Father Pedro Sanchez, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, One Hot Summer has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch One Hot Summer page.

If you liked it. Fans of One Hot Summer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch One Hot Summer (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for One Hot Summer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is One Hot Summer worth watching?
One Hot Summer holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, romance and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in One Hot Summer?
One Hot Summer stars Cordelia González, Nancy Millán, Ángel Viera, Clifford Myatt and Brian Tester.
When was One Hot Summer released?
One Hot Summer was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.