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The Kings of Summer 2013

“Why live when you can rule.”

Status
Released
Runtime
95 minutes
Director
Jordan Vogt-Roberts
Networks
Low Spark Films, Big Beach
★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 R ComedyDrama Released
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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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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.0/10
Episode runtime
~95 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Low Spark Films, Big Beach

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Overview

The Kings of Summer is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Low Spark Films, Big Beach. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Three restless teenagers run away to the woods to live by their own rules.”

Reasons to watch
  • captures the desire for independence
  • relatable journey of growing up
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  • 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.

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