Release: 2024-10-04
Runtime: 1h 38m (98 minutes)
When a mysterious force begins to disrupt their big summer fun, Noah and his friends team up with a retired police detective to embark on a monstrous adventure to save their island.
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Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery
Cast: Mel Gibson, Mel Gibson, Kevin James, more
Mel Gibson
as Gene Carruthers
Mel Gibson
as Gene Carruthers
Kevin James
as Edgar Palmer
Kevin James
as Edgar Palmer
Lorraine Bracco
as Miss Halverson
Lorraine Bracco
as Miss Halverson
Nora Zehetner
as Abby Reed
Nora Zehetner
as Abby Reed
Kelly Collins Lintz
as Deb Harlow
Kelly Collins Lintz
as Deb Harlow
Mason Thames
as Noah Reed
Mason Thames
as Noah Reed
When a mysterious force begins to disrupt their big summer fun, Noah and his friends team up with a retired police detective to embark on a monstrous adventure to save their island.
It's the summer when everything changed.
Monster Summer is a 2024 American film that blends adventure and horror, directed by David Henrie. The screenplay was crafted by Cornelius Uliano and Bryan Schulz. The film features notable performances from stars such as Mason Thames, Lorraine Bracco, and Mel Gibson.
The film made its debut at the DGA Theater in Los Angeles on 24 September 2024, followed by a wider release across the United States on 4 October 2024, through Pastime Pictures. Although the film garnered mixed reviews, it has piqued the interest of audiences.
The storyline follows a group of friends, led by Noah, as they face a series of strange occurrences disrupting their summer fun. To combat this mysterious force, they join forces with a retired police detective, embarking on a thrilling adventure to protect their island.
Initially announced in November 2021 under the title Boys of Summer, the film received attention due to its star-studded cast and intriguing premise. Principal photography began in December 2021 in Wilmington, North Carolina. By May 2024, it was revealed that the film's title was changed to Monster Summer.
Henrie shared his vision for the film, stating, “Historically, fairy tales used monsters to personify our deepest fears while empowering young people to overcome them. Now more than ever, we need narratives that inspire courage in the face of darkness.” His words suggest that the film aims to resonate with audiences by connecting with themes of childhood nostalgia and bravery.
For those interested in reviews, the film currently holds a score of 63% on the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, based on 24 critics' ratings, with an average score of 5.9/10. On Metacritic, it has a score of 54 out of 100, indicating mixed or average reviews.
As the release date approaches, Monster Summer has sparked curiosity and anticipation among fans of adventure and horror genres, promising a mix of thrills and heartfelt moments.
