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Horror thriller

Cruel Summer (2016): Cast

Cruel Summer (2016) movie poster

Cruel Summer is a 2016 horror thriller directed by Phillip Escott and Craig Newman, starring Richard Pawulski as Danny, Danny Miller and Reece Douglas. It runs 1 hour 18 minutes.

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Cruel Summer (2016) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 18m (78 min)
Genres
Horror , Drama , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cruel Summer About?

The premise of Cruel Summer without spoilers.

A camping trip meant for peace and quiet is shattered when Danny, a young man with autism, encounters a group of troubled teenagers. Nicholas, Calvin, and Julia each harbor their own reasons for wanting to cause him distress, turning his tranquil escape into a harrowing ordeal. The encounter irrevocably alters his sense of security and introduces a new level of fear and vulnerability into his life.

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Cast & crew

Cruel Summer Cast & Characters

Richard Pawulski leads the cast as Danny, with Danny Miller as Nicholas and Reece Douglas as Calvin. Directed by Phillip Escott and Craig Newman; 5 actors are credited in all.

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From the directors

More from Phillip Escott and Craig Newman

More films directed by Phillip Escott and Craig Newman: Generation Terror, Merry F*cking Christmas: The Making of Tangerine, The Legacy of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre and The Found Footage Phenomenon.

Videos

Cruel Summer Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Cruel Summer.

Official UK Trailer
Details

Cruel Summer Also Known As

Also known as “残酷的夏天”.

Also known as
  • 残酷的夏天

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FAQ

Cruel Summer FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Cruel Summer, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cruel Summer?

Cruel Summer runs 1 hour 18 minutes (78 minutes).

When was Cruel Summer released?

Cruel Summer was released on August 27, 2016.

Who directed Cruel Summer?

Cruel Summer was directed by Phillip Escott and Craig Newman.

More films by Phillip Escott

Who is in the cast of Cruel Summer?

Cruel Summer stars Richard Pawulski as Danny, Danny Miller as Nicholas and Reece Douglas as Calvin, among 5 credited actors.

Does Cruel Summer have a post-credit scene?

No. Cruel Summer has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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