Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: NBC
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 5.2/10
The Long Hot Summer
Overview
When drifter Ben Quick arrives in a small Mississippi town, Will Varner, a family patriarch, sees Ben as a better choice to inherit the family business than his only son, Jody. Will therefore tries to push Ben and his daughter Clara into marriage. Clara is initially reluctant to court Ben, and Jody senses that Ben threatens his position.
This production, originally released in 1985, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.2 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Don Johnson
Ben Quick
Jason Robards
Will Varner
Judith Ivey
Noel Varner
Cybill Shepherd
Eula Varner
Ava Gardner
Minnie Littlejohn
William Russ
Jody Varner
Wings Hauser
Wilson Mahood
Stephen Davies
Alan Stewart
Seasons
Miniseries
2 Episodes • Aired 1985-10-06
Remake of classic film
