Summerfield (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1977, Summerfield is a drama and mystery film directed by Ken Hannam, running about 95 minutes. “Beyond the bridge was Summerfield. And a secret that should not have been shared.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When teacher Simon arrives in a small, secluded village to take over the local school, he is surprised to discover that his predecessor has disappeared without a trace - and that nobody seems too concerned about it. As Simon probes deeper into the disappearance, the inhabitants of a forbidding estate called "Summerfield" take on more and more significance - until events reach a tragic, shattering and unforeseen climax.
Who’s in it. Summerfield stars Nick Tate as Simon Robinson, John Waters as David Abbott, Elizabeth Alexander as Jenny Abbott and Charles Tingwell as Dr. Miller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Summerfield has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Summerfield page.
If you liked it. Fans of Summerfield tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Summerfield (1977)?
- In GB, Summerfield is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Summerfield worth watching?
- Summerfield holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Summerfield?
- Summerfield stars Nick Tate, John Waters, Elizabeth Alexander, Charles Tingwell and Michelle Jarman.
- When was Summerfield released?
- Summerfield was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.