Almost Summer (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1978, Almost Summer is a comedy film directed by Martin Davidson, running about 88 minutes. “Aren't you glad it's... Almost Summer” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A high-school election gets nasty.
Who’s in it. Almost Summer stars Bruno Kirby as Bobby DeVito, Lee Purcell as Christine Alexander, John Friedrich as Darryl Fitzgerald and Didi Conn as Dobba DeVito, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Almost 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 Almost Summer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Almost Summer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Almost Summer (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Almost Summer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Almost Summer worth watching?
- Almost Summer holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Almost Summer?
- Almost Summer stars Bruno Kirby, Lee Purcell, John Friedrich, Didi Conn and Donna Wilkes.
- When was Almost Summer released?
- Almost Summer was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.