A Cold Wind in August (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1961, A Cold Wind in August is a drama film directed by Alexander Singer, running about 80 minutes. “If you care about love, you'll talk about a teenage boy and a woman who is all allure, all tenderness... and too much experience” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An older woman gets involved with her young neighbor.
Who’s in it. A Cold Wind in August stars Lola Albright as Iris Hartford, Scott Marlowe as Vito Perugino, Joe De Santis as Papa Perugino and Herschel Bernardi as Juley Franz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, A Cold Wind in August has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Cold Wind in August page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Cold Wind in August tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Cold Wind in August (1961)?
- In US, A Cold Wind in August is available to stream on YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Cold Wind in August worth watching?
- A Cold Wind in August holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Cold Wind in August?
- A Cold Wind in August stars Lola Albright, Scott Marlowe, Joe De Santis, Herschel Bernardi and Clarke Gordon.
- When was A Cold Wind in August released?
- A Cold Wind in August was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.