The Greengage Summer (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1961, The Greengage Summer is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Lewis Gilbert, running about 100 minutes. “A young girl's awakening in a summer of evil!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sensitive story of a British girl's awakening from childhood into life and love on vacation in France.
Who’s in it. The Greengage Summer stars Kenneth More as Eliot, Danielle Darrieux as Madame Zisi, Susannah York as Joss Grey and Claude Nollier as Madame Corbet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Greengage 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 The Greengage Summer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Greengage Summer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Greengage Summer (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Greengage Summer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Greengage Summer worth watching?
- The Greengage Summer holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Greengage Summer?
- The Greengage Summer stars Kenneth More, Danielle Darrieux, Susannah York, Claude Nollier and Jane Asher.
- When was The Greengage Summer released?
- The Greengage Summer was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.