How does Almost Summer end?

In the final act ("Victory & Prom Resolution"): Darryl publicly confesses the campaign's artificial nature, declines the presidency, and earns genuine respect. The story concludes at the prom with reconciled relationships, classmate support, and romantic resolutions.

Almost Summer (1978) — AI Story Visualization

Name: Almost Summer
Genre: comedy
Released: 1978
Rating: 5.3

Plot Analysis Summary

A high school election becomes a catalyst for personal growth, romantic reconciliation, and authentic self-expression.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Campaign Chaos & Recruitment

Rivalry & Confrontation

Debate & Revelation

Victory & Prom Resolution

In the last weeks of a Southern California high school year, Bobby DeVito recruits shy newcomer Darryl to run against his popular ex-girlfriend Christine for student body president, turning a simple election into a nasty campaign of revenge and dirty tricks.

Directed by

Martin Davidson

Key Cast

Bruno Kirby — Bobby DeVito
Lee Purcell — Christine Alexander
John Friedrich — Darryl Fitzgerald
Didi Conn — Dobba DeVito
Thomas Carter — Dean Hampton

Rating: 5.3/10 (6 votes)