Summer Holiday (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1948, Summer Holiday is a music film directed by Rouben Mamoulian, running about 93 minutes. “M-G-M's Great American Musical!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Danville, Connecticut at the turn of the century. Young Richard Miller lives in a middle-class neighborhood with his family. He is in love with the girl next-door, Muriel, but her father isn't too happy with their puppy-love, since Richard always share his revolutionary ideas with her.
Who’s in it. Summer Holiday stars Mickey Rooney as Richard Miller, Gloria DeHaven as Muriel McComber, Walter Huston as Mr. Nat Miller and Frank Morgan as Uncle Sid, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Summer Holiday has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Summer Holiday page.
If you liked it. Fans of Summer Holiday tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Summer Holiday (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Summer Holiday change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Summer Holiday worth watching?
- Summer Holiday holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Summer Holiday?
- Summer Holiday stars Mickey Rooney, Gloria DeHaven, Walter Huston, Frank Morgan and Jackie 'Butch' Jenkins.
- When was Summer Holiday released?
- Summer Holiday was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.