Summerspell (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1983, Summerspell is a drama film directed by Lina Shanklin, running about 100 minutes. “Family celebrations and tensions, Independence Day, Texas 1948” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Family celebrations and tensions, Independence Day, Texas 1948
Who’s in it. Summerspell stars Sean Penn as Buddy, Louise Davis as Felda, Edna Wisdom as Selma and Vernon Lafon as Ruth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Summerspell sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Summerspell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Summerspell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Summerspell (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Summerspell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Summerspell worth watching?
- Summerspell holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Summerspell?
- Summerspell stars Sean Penn, Louise Davis, Edna Wisdom, Vernon Lafon and Ed Wright.
- When was Summerspell released?
- Summerspell was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.