The Long Hot Summer Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1985 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About The Long Hot Summer
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Long Hot Summer have?
The Long Hot Summer has 1 season and 2 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 6, 1985.
Is The Long Hot Summer renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Long Hot Summer has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Long Hot Summer?
It takes 6h 40m (400 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Long Hot Summer. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 6.7 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.4 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch The Long Hot Summer?
The Long Hot Summer is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Long Hot Summer?
The Long Hot Summer has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in The Long Hot Summer?
The primary ensemble cast includes Don Johnson as Ben Quick (age 76), Jason Robards as Will Varner (age 78 (deceased)), Judith Ivey as Noel Varner (age 75), Cybill Shepherd as Eula Varner (age 76).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Don Johnson | Ben Quick | 76 |
| Jason Robards | Will Varner | 78 (deceased) |
| Judith Ivey | Noel Varner | 75 |
| Cybill Shepherd | Eula Varner | 76 |
| Ava Gardner | Minnie Littlejohn | 67 (deceased) |
| William Russ | Jody Varner | 75 |
| Wings Hauser | Wilson Mahood | 77 (deceased) |
| Stephen Davies | Alan Stewart | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Long Hot Summer are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.