Summer Book (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 5.3

Summer Book poster

Released in 2008, Summer Book is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Seyfi Teoman, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Mustafa (Osman Inan) is a hard-working and ambitious agricultural merchant who is cold and austere towards his family. One day he has a brain hemorrhage on a business trip and goes into a coma after the operation. Guler (Ayten Tokun) is suspicious of her husband having an affair. Veysel (Harun Ozuag), their teenage son, wants to leave the military academy and study business administration. Ali (Tayfun Gunay), their 10-year-old son, has to cope both with his bully classmate and the chewing gums he has to sell. Hasan (Taner Birsel), Mustafa's younger brother, chose to live a life in solitude after getting a divorce, and has always been an outsider to the family. But now, with his brother in coma, he finds himself involved in family affairs. Hasan has to solve the mystery about Mustafa's mistress and the money lost during his trip.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Summer Book has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Summer Book page.

If you liked it. Fans of Summer Book tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Summer Book (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Summer Book change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Summer Book worth watching?
Summer Book holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Summer Book released?
Summer Book was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.