Movie

The Kings of Summer

“Why live when you can rule.”

★ 7.0(1,240)20131h 35m

The Kings of Summer is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies in New Zealand. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Jordan Vogt-Roberts
Release date: 2013-01-19
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Box office: $1,400,000
Budget: $1,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Low Spark Films

The Kings of Summer — trailer

About The Kings of Summer

The Kings of Summer is a 2013 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts, starring Nick Robinson, Gabriel Basso and Moisés Arias. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1,240 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Kings of Summer in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Three restless teenagers run away to the woods for the summer, determined to escape their parents and live by their own rules. In a hidden clearing, they build a makeshift house and attempt to create an independent life, testing their friendship, freedom, and the challenges of living off the land.

Cast

Nick Robinson

Joe Toy

Gabriel Basso

Patrick Keenan

Moisés Arias

Biaggio

Nick Offerman

Frank Toy

Erin Moriarty

Kelly

Craig Cackowski

Mr. Larson

Alison Brie

Heather Toy

Megan Mullally

Mrs. Keenan

Marc Evan Jackson

Mr. Keenan

William Sonnie

Track Suit

Nathan Keyes

Paul

Cristoffer Carter

Construction Kid

Themes & keywords

high schoolrunawaywoodscoming of ageaftercreditsstingerteenagerboys in the woodskid-level carpentry

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Kings of Summer in New Zealand?+

In New Zealand, The Kings of Summer is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Kings of Summer on Netflix?+

The Kings of Summer is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is The Kings of Summer?+

The Kings of Summer has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The Kings of Summer?+

The Kings of Summer stars Nick Robinson, Gabriel Basso, Moisés Arias, Nick Offerman and Erin Moriarty.

When did The Kings of Summer come out?+

The Kings of Summer is a 2013 movie directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts.

What genre is The Kings of Summer?+

The Kings of Summer is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Kings of Summer?+

The Kings of Summer was directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts.