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Summer (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2014, Summer is a drama film directed by Colette Bothof, running about 86 minutes.

What it’s about. Sixteen-year-old Anne grows up in the isolated Biesbosch area, where spacious fields and power pylons define the landscape. With a group of friends, she spends a sultry summer holiday there trying to make the leap to maturity. But this shared experience turns into a conflict situation when Anna develops feelings for the tough girl Lena. Coming-of-age drama about growing pains, the inevitable end of childhood and choosing your own life - no matter how confusing your environment may find it.

Who’s in it. Summer stars Sigrid ten Napel as Anne, Martijn Lakemeier as De Peer, Lisa Smit as Carlijn and Ella-June Henrard as Ruby, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Summer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Summer page.

If you liked it. Fans of Summer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Summer (2014)?
In US, Summer is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Summer worth watching?
Summer holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Summer?
Summer stars Sigrid ten Napel, Martijn Lakemeier, Lisa Smit, Ella-June Henrard and Rik Verheye.
When was Summer released?
Summer was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.