The Growing Summer Season 1 • TV Show
When is the next season of The Growing Summer coming out?
The Growing Summer is listed as an ongoing series with a "Returning Series" production status, but the next episode or season has not yet been given a firm air date in the official schedule. The most recent episode aired on October 6, 1968, so any future release date is likely to fall after that.
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What is The Growing Summer about?
“The Growing Summer,” on the ITV network, tomorrow (8.15) features Wendy Hiller. “The Growing Summer,” a novel for children by Noel Streatfeild, has been dramatised for television by Eric Thompson. The story, in seven episodes, is the second series presented in London Weekend Television's “Heyday Theatre". The series has been filmed in colour on location at Bantry Bay, Southern Ireland, which was Miss Streatfeild’s original setting for her book. “The Growing Summer” is a story about four children who have been sent to stay with eccentric Great Aunt Dymphna, while their parents are abroad. They are joined by the mysterious Stephan (played by Louis Selwyn). The story tells how the children's personalities are developed under the guidance of their Great Aunt, a whimsical, almost magical old lady, played by Wendy Hiller. The children are played by Hoagy Davies (Alex), Zuleika Robson (Penny), Mark Ward (Robin), and Laura Hartong (Naomi). The series reflects a distinct United Kingdom style and perspective. The story is shaped by its creator, Noel Streatfeild.
Release pattern and schedule for The Growing Summer
The Growing Summer has been releasing episodes between September 1968 and October 1968 across 1 season. So far there are 6 released episodes, giving you plenty of story to catch up on before the next drop. Until a new date appears, October 1968 remains the latest confirmed release window for the show.
Cast and creators of The Growing Summer
The main cast includes Wendy Hiller, Hoagy Davies and Laura Hartong. Behind the scenes, it is created by Noel Streatfeild, shaped by showrunner Joy Whitby.

Wendy Hiller
as Great Aunt Dymphna/Great-Aunt Dymphna

Hoagy Davies
as Alex

Laura Hartong
as Naomi

Zuleika Robson
as Penny

Mark Ward
as Robin

Alan Lake
as Tinker
