Movie

Smiles of a Summer Night

“A sexy frolic about the sport of love”

★ 7.4(274)19551h 49m

Smiles of a Summer Night is streaming on Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel and SFR Play in France, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, LaCinetek, Sooner and Amazon Video. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

Where to watch Smiles of a Summer Night

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Good to know

Director: Ingmar Bergman
Release date: 1955-12-26
Runtime: 1h 49m
Language: Swedish
Status: Released
Country: Sweden
Studio: SF Studios

Smiles of a Summer Night — trailer

About Smiles of a Summer Night

Smiles of a Summer Night is a 1955 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Ingmar Bergman, starring Gunnar Björnstrand, Ulla Jacobsson and Eva Dahlbeck. It has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 274 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Smiles of a Summer Night in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Early in the 20th century, middle-aged lawyer Fredrik Egerman and his young wife, Anne, have still not consummated their marriage, while Fredrik's son finds himself increasingly attracted to his new stepmother. To make matters worse, Fredrik's old flame Desiree makes a public bet that she can seduce him at a romantic weekend retreat where four couples convene, swapping partners and pairing off in unexpected ways.

Cast

Gunnar Björnstrand

Fredrik Egerman

Ulla Jacobsson

Anne Egerman

Eva Dahlbeck

Desirée Armfeldt

Harriet Andersson

Petra

Margit Carlqvist

Countess Charlotte Malcolm

Jarl Kulle

Count Carl Magnus Malcolm

Åke Fridell

Frid

Björn Bjelfvenstam

Henrik Egerman

Naima Wifstrand

Desirée's Mother

Jullan Kindahl

Beata

Gull Natorp

Malla

Birgitta Valberg

Actress

Themes & keywords

country houseex-loverlawyermistressextramarital affair1900sunconsummated marriage

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Smiles of a Summer Night in France?+

In France, you can stream Smiles of a Summer Night on Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel and SFR Play. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, LaCinetek, Sooner and Amazon Video.

Is Smiles of a Summer Night on Netflix?+

Smiles of a Summer Night is not on Netflix in France right now, but you can stream it on Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel and SFR Play.

How long is Smiles of a Summer Night?+

Smiles of a Summer Night has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).

Who stars in Smiles of a Summer Night?+

Smiles of a Summer Night stars Gunnar Björnstrand, Ulla Jacobsson, Eva Dahlbeck, Harriet Andersson and Margit Carlqvist.

When did Smiles of a Summer Night come out?+

Smiles of a Summer Night is a 1955 movie directed by Ingmar Bergman.

What genre is Smiles of a Summer Night?+

Smiles of a Summer Night is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed Smiles of a Summer Night?+

Smiles of a Summer Night was directed by Ingmar Bergman.