The Swimmer
“When you talk about "The Swimmer" will you talk about yourself?”
A man spends a summer day swimming home via all the pools in his quiet suburban neighborhood.
Where to watch The Swimmer in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open The Swimmer there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Swimmer streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | LaCinetek, Sooner, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Swimmer
The Swimmer is a 1968 English-language drama film directed by Frank Perry. The cast is led by Burt Lancaster, Janet Landgard, Janice Rule. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Swimmer was produced by Horizon Pictures and Columbia Pictures and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on August 9, 1968, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Frank Perry
- Writers
- Eleanor Perry
- Release date
- August 9, 1968
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Production
- Horizon Pictures, Columbia Pictures
The Swimmer cast & crew
The Swimmer was directed by Frank Perry and written by Eleanor Perry.
The cast features Burt Lancaster as Ned Merrill, Janet Landgard as Julie Ann Hooper, Janice Rule as Shirley Abbott, Tony Bickley as Donald Westerhazy, Marge Champion as Peggy Forsburgh, and Nancy Cushman as Mrs. Halloran.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Marvin Hamlisch, cinematography is by David L. Quaid, and it was produced by Frank Perry and Roger H. Lewis.
Is The Swimmer worth watching?
The Swimmer holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 264 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, The Swimmer is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Swimmer
The Swimmer isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The Swimmer
Burt Lancaster
Ned Merrill
Janet Landgard
Julie Ann Hooper
Janice Rule
Shirley Abbott
Tony Bickley
Donald Westerhazy
Marge Champion
Peggy Forsburgh
Nancy Cushman
Mrs. Halloran
Bill Fiore
Howie Hunsacker
Rose Gregorio
Sylvia Finney
David Garfield
Ticket Seller
Kim Hunter
Betty Graham
Charles Drake
Howard Graham
Bernie Hamilton
Chauffeur
The Swimmer — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Swimmer in United States?
The Swimmer is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Swimmer in?
The Swimmer is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Swimmer?
The Swimmer runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
▸What is The Swimmer rated?
The Swimmer is rated PG. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 264 ratings.
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