The Kings of Summer 2013
“Why live when you can rule.”
What is The Kings of Summer?
The Kings of Summer is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 19, 2013
- Studios
- Low Spark Films, Big Beach
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
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Overview
The Kings of Summer is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Three restless teenagers run away to the woods to live by their own rules.”
- captures the desire for independence
- relatable journey of growing up
- features struggles of living off the land
Watch it if you want to see a story about teenagers escaping their parents to build a makeshift house in the woods.
The film is rated R and blends comedy and drama.
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When was the film released?
The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 19, 2013, under the original title Toy's House, and was given a limited release on May 31, 2013, by CBS Films.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.
What genres does the film belong to?
The film is categorized as comedy and drama.
What is the premise of the story?
Three restless teenagers run away to the woods for the summer to escape their parents and build a makeshift house.
What themes are explored in the screenplay?
The screenplay captures the desire for independence, the struggles of growing up, and tests of friendship and freedom.