Hot Summer (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1990, Hot Summer is a drama film directed by Mel Chionglo, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. A plot of love, lust, lies and revenge intertwine in one hot summer where multiple fates collide: Janine, a rich socialite returning home to the Philippines with her parents after the death of the family matriarch; Marco, her coy boyfriend harboring a secret connected to both their pasts; Loida, her mother, still haunted by the memory of a baby forcibly taken away from her 18 years ago; Leni, a simple girl and housemaid with big ambitions, silently jealous of Janine's looks, money, and man; and Robert, Marco's best friend simply longing for Leni's heart, if she could only take her eyes off of Marco.
Who’s in it. Hot Summer stars Helen Gamboa as Loida, Nida Blanca as Sonia, Ronaldo Valdez as Fidel and Gabby Concepcion as Marco, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Hot Summer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hot Summer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hot Summer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hot Summer (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hot Summer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hot Summer worth watching?
- Hot Summer holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hot Summer?
- Hot Summer stars Helen Gamboa, Nida Blanca, Ronaldo Valdez, Gabby Concepcion and Aga Muhlach.