Cruel Summer (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2012, Cruel Summer is a fantasy and music film directed by Kanye West, running about 25 minutes. “7Screen Experience” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A car thief (Kid Cudi) falls in love with a blind Arabian princess whose father allows them to marry under the terms he can help her see.
Who’s in it. Cruel Summer stars Kid Cudi as Rafi, Sarah A. as Princess, Ali Suliman as King and Razane Jammal as Queen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Cruel Summer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cruel Summer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cruel Summer tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cruel Summer (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cruel Summer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cruel Summer worth watching?
- Cruel Summer holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cruel Summer?
- Cruel Summer stars Kid Cudi, Sarah A., Ali Suliman, Razane Jammal and Kanye West.
- When was Cruel Summer released?
- Cruel Summer was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.