TV series
The Long, Hot Summer
1965–1966, English, on ABC. Created by Dean Riesner.
The Long, Hot Summer is an American drama series that was broadcast on ABC-TV for one season from 1965-1966. Created by Dean Riesner, The Long, Hot Summer was based on the novel The Hamlet by William Faulkner, the short story "Barn Burning", and the 1958 film of the same name.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 26
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 1966
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Latest episode
S1 E26: Man with Two Faces
Aired 13 April 1966
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Dean RiesnerCreator
- Roy ThinnesCast · 26 ep
- Dan O'HerlihyCast · 26 ep
- Edmond O'BrienCast · 26 ep
- Michael ZaslowShad Taney · 26 ep
- Lana WoodCast · 26 ep
- Nancy MaloneCast · 26 ep
- Ruth RomanCast · 26 ep
- John KerrCast · 26 ep
- Tom LowellJody Varner · 2 ep
- Ricardo MontalbanCast · 1 ep
- Jill HaworthSharon · 1 ep
- Larry MerrillJerry · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 16 September 1965
- Last aired
- 13 April 1966
- Network
- ABC
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- NR
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The Long, Hot Summer: quick answers
Is The Long, Hot Summer worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Long, Hot Summer are there?
The Long, Hot Summer has 1 season and 26 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is The Long, Hot Summer finished?
Yes. The Long, Hot Summer ended in 1966, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Long, Hot Summer on?
The Long, Hot Summer isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
The Long, Hot Summer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Long, Hot Summer is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Long, Hot Summer?
If you liked The Long, Hot Summer, try Road to Avonlea, Dangerous Liaisons, Tales of the Unexpected.
Who created The Long, Hot Summer?
The Long, Hot Summer was created by Dean Riesner and stars Roy Thinnes, Dan O'Herlihy, Edmond O'Brien.