Cruel Summer

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Cruel Summer
Mystery
Thriller
Drama
Release Date
2021 - 2023-00-00
Network
ABC
Showrunner
Bert V. Royal
Directors
Jessica Biel
Writers
Taylor Swift

WHERE TO WATCH

Streaming
BUY

Cast
Michael Landes, Allius Barnes, Olivia Holt, Froy Gutierrez, Brooklyn Sudano, Chiara Aurelia, Harley Quinn Smith, Blake Lee
Seasons
2

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Lexi Underwood, Sadie Stanley, Griffin Gluck, Lisa Yamada, Kadee Strickland and Sean Blakemore in Cruel Summer Season 2
This Is What Didn't Work About 'Cruel Summer' Season 2

This relationship was the weak point of the season.

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‘Cruel Summer’ Season 2 Made the Same Big Mistake as Season 1

'Cruel Summer' undermined itself again, and this time it didn't even do it in a way that makes sense for its story.

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This Made 'Cruel Summer' Season 2 Too Predictable

We saw this twist coming from the very start.

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Megan and Isabella's Story Needs to Continue After 'Cruel Summer' Season 2

We need answers!

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'Cruel Summer' Season 2 Ending Explained: Who Killed Luke Chambers?

The answer is completely unexpected.

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‘Cruel Summer’ Season 2 Didn’t Need Three Time Periods

The unique structure of Season 1 isn't doing Season 2 any favors.

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'Cruel Summer’ Season 1's Best Surprise Has Nothing to Do With the Mystery

Every story needs a little light to balance out the dark.

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'Cruel Summer' Season 2 Cast and Character Guide

Sadie Stanley, Lexi Underwood, and more are involved in a new gut-wrenching mystery.

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'Cruel Summer' Shouldn't Have Been an Anthology Show

Did the thrilling series need a follow-up?

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'Cruel Summer's Sadie Stanley, Lexi Underwood and Griffin Gluck on Season 2 Twists & Turns

They also talk about the complicated character dynamics between Megan, Isabella and Luke, and reacting to the show's secrets.

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'Cruel Summer' Season 2 Review: A Fun Ride, but a Less Compelling Mystery This Time Around

We're not that interested in this next chapter.

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'Cruel Summer' Season 2: Premiere Date, Trailer, Cast, and Everything You Need to Know

Freeform's most-watched series is back for round 2 this summer.

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'Cruel Summer' Season 1 Recap Ahead of Season 2: Kate and Jeanette's Story

Season 1 of 'Cruel Summer' proves why it's one of Freeform's most watched series.

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Sadie Stanley and Lexi Underwood Get Their Stories Straight in 'Cruel Summer' Season 2 Trailer

Griffin Gluck and Sean Blakemore also star in the mystery series returning this June.

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'Cruel Summer' Season 2 Sets Release Date

Season 2 will feature an all-new cast including Sadie Stanley, Lexi Underwood, and Griffin Gluck.

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From 'Euphoria' to 'Cruel Summer': 10 Teen Drama TV Shows That Are Gut-Wrenching
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Brace yourself before diving into these shows.

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'Cruel Summer' Season 2 Announces Sadie Stanley, Griffin Gluck, and Eloise Payet as Lead Cast

A new mystery awaits in the highly anticipated second season.

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Here we are now, entertain us.

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7 Shows Like 'Cruel Summer' to Watch While You Wait for Season 2

Nothing is what it seems with these picks!

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How to Watch 'Cruel Summer': Where It's Streaming, Season 2 Details, and More

Need to know why everyone's buzzing about Freeform's teen drama? Here's a handy guide on how to get caught up - and what's coming next.

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