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Cruel Summer

2.520211h 18mMovieHorror

A group of college students plan one final pre-graduation party at a secluded lake house for an "80s murder mystery" weekend unaware that a crazed, masked killer has decided to join the celebration. Will anyone survive the slaughter - or is this going to become a truly cruel summer?

DirectorScott Tepperman
WriterScott Tepperman
ProducersJim O'Rear·Scott Tepperman

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Cast · Directed by Scott Tepperman

AM
Ashlyn McCain
Heather
BF
Bridget Linda Froemming
Felissa
HM
H. Marie
Barbara
HI
Harold McLeod II
Tobin
JM
Jimmy Maguire
Doug
RC
R.J. Cecott
Robert
WH
Will Horton
Vincent
STScott Tepperman
Scott Tepperman
Gunnar
JO
Jim O'Rear
Heather's Dad
PSPaul Van Scott
Paul Van Scott
Mr. Lustig
KJ
Keith Bachelor Jr.
Tony
RC
Robin Porter Cadarette
Service Station Woman

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Cruel Summer III: Pray for Fall
Cruel Summer III: Pray for Fall
2024 · 4.0
I Dared You! Truth or Dare Part 5
I Dared You! Truth or Dare Part 5
2017
Hell's Bells
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2020
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Cruel Summer — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cruel Summer?

Cruel Summer is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ARROW and Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Cruel Summer on Netflix?

No, Cruel Summer is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and ARROW.

Is Cruel Summer on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Cruel Summer is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of November 2026.

Where can I watch Cruel Summer for free?

Cruel Summer is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome and Fandango at Home Free in United States.

Is there a sequel to Cruel Summer?

Yes — Cruel Summer is followed by Sequel: Cruel Summer - Part II (2022) in the Cruel Summer Collection.

Is there a prequel to Cruel Summer?

Cruel Summer is the first film in the Cruel Summer Collection.

Is Cruel Summer part of a trilogy?

No — Cruel Summer is part of the Cruel Summer Collection, which has 4 films.

How many movies are in the Cruel Summer Collection?

There are 4 films in the Cruel Summer Collection: Cruel Summer (2021), Sequel: Cruel Summer - Part II (2022), Cruel Summer III: Pray for Fall (2024) and Lookout Weekend: Cruel Summer IV (2025).