---
title: "Summer Things"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/summer-things-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 8434
imdb_id: "tt0290916"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 103
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 108
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Summer Things (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/summer-things-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Summer Things is a feature film released in the year 2002 that spans the genres of comedy, drama, and romance with a runtime of one hour and forty-three minutes. The story begins when two couples of friends, one of which is very rich while the other is almost homeless, decide to go on holiday. They are also joined by a single mother named Julie. Once the group arrives at the seaside, a complicated love cross develops among them. This intricate web of relationships involves a transsexual, a jealous brother, a Latin lover, and another nervous, stressed couple. Additionally, the daughter of one of the main individuals is secretly in Chicago with one of her father's employees. Ultimately, as the narrative progresses toward the conclusion of the summer season, all of these various individuals end up joining the exact same party.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michel Blanc
- **Networks / Studios**: UGC Films, Dan Films, Alia Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Charlotte Rampling** as *Elizabeth Lannier*
- **Jacques Dutronc** as *Bertrand Lannier*
- **Michel Blanc** as *Jean-Pierre*
- **Carole Bouquet** as *Lulu*
- **Denis Podalydès** as *Jérôme*
- **Karin Viard** as *Véro*
- **Clotilde Courau** as *Julie*
- **Vincent Elbaz** as *Maxime*
- **Gaspard Ulliel** as *Loïc*
- **Lou Doillon** as *Emilie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Summer Things online?
Summer Things is currently available to watch or stream on Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, Canal VOD, Sooner. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Summer Things worth watching?
Summer Things holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 108 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Summer Things and when was it released?
Summer Things is a feature film with a runtime of 103 minutes. It was released in 2002. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Summer Things?
Summer Things was directed by Michel Blanc.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Summer Things — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/8434)
- [Summer Things (2002) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0290916/fullcredits/cast)
- [Summer Things (2002) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/8434-embrassez-qui-vous-voudrez/cast)
- [Summer Things (2002) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/en-GB/movie/summer-things/credits)

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