How long is The Long, Hot Summer?

The Long, Hot Summer is 1 hr 55 min long.

Who is Ben Quick in The Long, Hot Summer?

Paul Newman plays Ben Quick in the film.

What is The Long, Hot Summer about?

Handsome vagabond Ben Quick (Paul Newman) returns to the Mississippi town his late father called home, but rumors of his dad's pyromaniac tendencies follow him as soon as he sets foot there. The proud young man's determination eventually wins over civic leader Will Varner (Orson Welles), who decides Ben might be just the man for his daughter, Clara (Joanne Woodward) -- much to the displeasure of Will's gutless son (Anthony Franciosa) and Clara's society boyfriend (Richard Anderson).

The Long, Hot Summer

Name: The Long, Hot Summer
Duration: 115
Rating: 82

NR 1 hr 55 min

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How long is The Long, Hot Summer?: The Long, Hot Summer is 1 hr 55 min long.

Who directed The Long, Hot Summer?: Martin Ritt

Who is Ben Quick in The Long, Hot Summer?: Paul Newman plays Ben Quick in the film.

What is The Long, Hot Summer about?: Handsome vagabond Ben Quick (Paul Newman) returns to the Mississippi town his late father called home, but rumors of his dad's pyromaniac tendencies follow him as soon as he sets foot there. The proud young man's determination eventually wins over civic leader Will Varner (Orson Welles), who decides Ben might be just the man for his daughter, Clara (Joanne Woodward) -- much to the displeasure of Will's gutless son (Anthony Franciosa) and Clara's society boyfriend (Richard Anderson).