Almost Summer
“Aren't you glad it's Almost Summer?”
Synopsis
In the last weeks of a Southern California high school year, Bobby DeVito recruits shy newcomer Darryl to run against his popular ex-girlfriend Christine for student body president, turning a simple election into a nasty campaign of revenge and dirty tricks.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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ALMOST SUMMER MOVIE TRAILER 1978
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-22
Top Cast
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Bruno Kirby
Bobby DeVito
Lee Purcell
Christine Alexander
John Friedrich
Darryl Fitzgerald
Didi Conn
Dobba DeVito
Thomas Carter
Dean Hampton
Tim Matheson
Kevin Hawkins
Petronia Paley
Nicole Henderson
David Wilson
Duane Jackson
Sherry Hursey
Lori Ottinger
William Bogert
Mr. Albrecht (as Bill Bogert)
Gene LeBell
Football Coach
Donna Wilkes
Meredith
Karen Lamm
Felicia
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 22, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Davidson
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Davidson, Marc Reid Rubel, Judith Berg, Sandra Berg
- Original Score
- Charles Lloyd, Ron Altbach
- Original Title
- Almost Summer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Motown Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Davidson
Martin Davidson, Marc Reid Rubel, Judith Berg, Sandra Berg
Charles Lloyd, Ron Altbach
Stevan Larner
Lynzee Klingman
Rob Cohen, Steve Tisch
Department Leadership Roster
Rob Cohen
Producer
Martin Davidson
Writer
Marc Reid Rubel
Writer
Lynzee Klingman
Editor
Charles Lloyd
Original Music Composer
Stevan Larner
Director of Photography
Ron Altbach
Original Music Composer
Sandy Davidson
Costume Design
Judith Berg
Writer
Sandra Berg
Writer
Conrad E. Palmisano
Stunt Coordinator
Martin Davidson
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Almost Summer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Almost Summer about?
In the last weeks of a Southern California high school year, Bobby DeVito recruits shy newcomer Darryl to run against his popular ex-girlfriend Christine for student body president, turning a simple election into a nasty campaign of revenge and dirty tricks.
Who directed Almost Summer?
Almost Summer was directed by Martin Davidson.
Who stars in Almost Summer?
The principal cast of Almost Summer includes Bruno Kirby, Lee Purcell, John Friedrich, Didi Conn, Thomas Carter.
When was Almost Summer released and how long is it?
Almost Summer was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Almost Summer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Almost Summer was composed by Charles Lloyd, Ron Altbach.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Almost Summer?
Almost Summer holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).