The Kings of Summer
2013, English. Directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts.
Why live when you can rule.
Three restless teenagers run away to the woods for the summer, determined to escape their parents and live by their own rules. In a hidden clearing, they build a makeshift house and attempt to create an independent life, testing their friendship, freedom, and the challenges of living off the land.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The Kings of Summer
The Kings of Summer is streaming on Paramount Plus Essential in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jordan Vogt-RobertsDirector
- Nick RobinsonJoe Toy
- Gabriel BassoPatrick Keenan
- Moisés AriasBiaggio
- Nick OffermanFrank Toy
- Erin MoriartyKelly
- Craig CackowskiMr. Larson
- Alison BrieHeather Toy
- Megan MullallyMrs. Keenan
- Marc Evan JacksonMr. Keenan
- William SonnieTrack Suit
- Nathan KeyesPaul
- Cristoffer CarterConstruction Kid
Details
- Released
- 19 January 2013
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Chris Galletta
- Budget
- $1.5M
- Box office
- $1.4M
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The Kings of Summer: quick answers
Is The Kings of Summer worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 1,287 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Kings of Summer?
The Kings of Summer runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Kings of Summer have a post-credits scene?
Yes. The Kings of Summer has a scene after the credits, so don’t leave early.
The Kings of Summer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Kings of Summer is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Kings of Summer on?
The Kings of Summer is streaming on Paramount Plus Essential in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Kings of Summer?
If you liked The Kings of Summer, try SubUrbia, Veronica Mars, Haunted Mansion.
Who directed The Kings of Summer?
The Kings of Summer (2013) was directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts and stars Nick Robinson, Gabriel Basso, Moisés Arias.