Dry Hot Summers (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2016, Dry Hot Summers is a comedy and drama film directed by Sherif El Bendary, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. Two lonely people at opposite chapters of life accidentally meet on a busy summer day in a Cairo taxi. Frail old Shawky and bubbly young Doaa are both caught up in their busy routines as their race through the city evolves into a journey of self-discovery that reconnects them to life.
Who’s in it. Dry Hot Summers stars Mohamed Farid as Shawky, Nahed El Sebai as Doaa, Donia Maher and Mohamed Abdel Azim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Dry Hot Summers 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 Dry Hot Summers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dry Hot Summers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dry Hot Summers (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dry Hot Summers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dry Hot Summers worth watching?
- Dry Hot Summers holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Dry Hot Summers?
- Dry Hot Summers stars Mohamed Farid, Nahed El Sebai, Donia Maher, Mohamed Abdel Azim and Sherief Desouky.
- When was Dry Hot Summers released?
- Dry Hot Summers was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.