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That Certain Summer

November 1, 1972 1h 13m 6.5/10 (16 votes)

Originally released in 1972. That Certain Summer is a tv movie/drama film. directed by Lamont Johnson. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Hal Holbrook, Martin Sheen, and Joe Don Baker

Synopsis

The first US teleplay to deal sympathetically with homosexuality. Divorced San Francisco contractor Doug Salter is looking forward to a summer visit from his fourteen-year-old son Nick, who lives in Los Angeles with his mother Janet. The boy does not know that his father is gay and committed to Gary McClain, his life partner of several years.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 1, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 13m 73 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (16 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Universal Television
  • ABC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is That Certain Summer about?

The first US teleplay to deal sympathetically with homosexuality. Divorced San Francisco contractor Doug Salter is looking forward to a summer visit from his fourteen-year-old son Nick, who lives ...

Who directed That Certain Summer?

That Certain Summer was directed by Lamont Johnson.

How long is That Certain Summer?

That Certain Summer has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).

When was That Certain Summer released?

That Certain Summer was released on November 1, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in That Certain Summer?

The main cast of That Certain Summer includes Hal Holbrook, Martin Sheen, Joe Don Baker, Marlyn Mason, Scott Jacoby.