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The Big Swing

5.020111mMovieAnimation

The macabre tale of a child trying to overcome her fear of the swing. This film was made as part of the 7th edition of the NFB's Hothouse apprenticeship.

DirectorPaula Gillgannon
WriterPaula Gillgannon

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

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The Big Swing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Big Swing?

The Big Swing is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Big Swing on Netflix?

No, The Big Swing is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is The Big Swing on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Big Swing isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch The Big Swing for free?

The Big Swing is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.