Hot Summer Week (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1972, Hot Summer Week is a comedy, thriller, drama and horror film directed by Thomas J. Schmidt, running about 79 minutes. “Looking for men... Looking for trouble... and finding both!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two girls pick up a crazed hitchhiker who may or may not be the serial killer murdering hippies in the area.
Who’s in it. Hot Summer Week stars Dianne Hull as Karen, Michael Ontkean as Will, Kathleen Cody as Debbie and Ralph Waite as John, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Hot Summer Week has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hot Summer Week page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hot Summer Week tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hot Summer Week (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hot Summer Week change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hot Summer Week worth watching?
- Hot Summer Week holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hot Summer Week?
- Hot Summer Week stars Dianne Hull, Michael Ontkean, Kathleen Cody, Ralph Waite and John McMurtry.