The Swimmer (1968)
Kernel Score: 80% · 254 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 1968-08-09
Runtime: 95 minutes
Where to watch The Swimmer
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A man spends a summer day swimming home via all the pools in his quiet suburban neighborhood.
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Director
Frank Perry
Cast
- 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
- Nancy Cushman as Mrs. Halloran
- Bill Fiore as Howie Hunsacker
- Rose Gregorio as Sylvia Finney
- David Garfield as Ticket Seller
- Kim Hunter as Betty Graham
The Swimmer FAQ
Is The Swimmer good?
The Swimmer has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 254 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Swimmer?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What movies are like The Swimmer?
If you liked The Swimmer, try Synecdoche, New York, NYAD, Dark Waters and The Hours.