The Summer Book
PG
Coming soon • August 2026
The Summer Book follows an intergenerational family spending a transformative summer at their rustic vacation home on an unspoiled, remote island in the Gulf of Finland.
Drama • Coming-of-age • Beautiful
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At her family’s home on a Finnish island, young Sophia explores the natural world with her father and grandmother (Glenn Close). Adapted from Tove Jansson’s beloved novel, The Summer Book is a delicate account of growing up and growing old, exploring grief, nature and the delicate bonds between a young girl, her wise grandmother and her grieving father.
Details
Original language title
Sommarboken
Duration
1hr 35mins
Director
Charlie McDowell
Distributor
Conic
Featuring
Emily Matthews • Glenn Close • Anders Danielsen Lie
Year
2025
Country of origin
US • Finland • UK
Language
English
Strobe lighting
Guidance unavailable
Content guidance
Bereavement/death
Showtimes & tickets available soon
