The Swimmer
"When you talk about "The Swimmer" will you talk about yourself?"
Originally released in 1968. The Swimmer is a drama film. directed by Frank Perry.
Starring Burt Lancaster, Janet Landgard, and Janice Rule
Synopsis
A man spends a summer day swimming home via all the pools in his quiet suburban neighborhood.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 9, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (249 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top 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
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Horizon Pictures
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Swimmer about?
A man spends a summer day swimming home via all the pools in his quiet suburban neighborhood.
Who directed The Swimmer?
The Swimmer was directed by Frank Perry.
How long is The Swimmer?
The Swimmer has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Swimmer released?
The Swimmer was released on August 9, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Swimmer?
The main cast of The Swimmer includes Burt Lancaster, Janet Landgard, Janice Rule, Tony Bickley, Marge Champion.
Is The Swimmer worth watching?
The Swimmer has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 249 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.