Summer and Smoke
1961, English. Directed by Peter Glenville.
In the heat of summer... the smoke of desire...
In a small Mississippi town in 1916, an eccentric spinster battles her romantic yearnings for the randy boy next door.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Peter GlenvilleDirector
- Laurence HarveyJohn Buchanan Jr.
- Geraldine PageAlma Winemiller
- Rita MorenoRosa Zacharias
- Una MerkelMrs. Winemiller
- John McIntireDr. Buchanan
- Thomas GomezPapa Zacharias
- Pamela TiffinNellie Ewell
- Malcolm AtterburyRev. Winemiller
- Lee PatrickMrs. Ewell
- Max ShowalterRoger Doremus
- Earl HollimanArchie Kramer
- Rico AlanizKnife Thrower (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 16 November 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Meade Roberts, James Poe
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What Summer and Smoke is based on
Summer and Smoke is adapted from a play or musical.
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How long is Summer and Smoke?
Summer and Smoke runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Summer and Smoke have a post-credits scene?
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Summer and Smoke parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Summer and Smoke is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Summer and Smoke on?
Summer and Smoke isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Summer and Smoke?
If you liked Summer and Smoke, try Return to Peyton Place, Show Boat, The Secret: Dare to Dream.
Who directed Summer and Smoke?
Summer and Smoke (1961) was directed by Peter Glenville and stars Laurence Harvey, Geraldine Page, Rita Moreno.
What is Summer and Smoke based on?
Summer and Smoke is adapted from a play or musical.