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The Swimmer

7.319681h 35mMovieDrama

A man spends a summer day swimming home via all the pools in his quiet suburban neighborhood.

DirectorFrank Perry
WriterEleanor Perry
ProducersFrank Perry·Roger H. Lewis

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Frank Perry

BLBurt Lancaster
Burt Lancaster
Ned Merrill
JLJanet Landgard
Janet Landgard
Julie Ann Hooper
JRJanice Rule
Janice Rule
Shirley Abbott
TBTony Bickley
Tony Bickley
Donald Westerhazy
MCMarge Champion
Marge Champion
Peggy Forsburgh
NC
Nancy Cushman
Mrs. Halloran
BF
Bill Fiore
Howie Hunsacker
RGRose Gregorio
Rose Gregorio
Sylvia Finney
DGDavid Garfield
David Garfield
Ticket Seller
KHKim Hunter
Kim Hunter
Betty Graham
CDCharles Drake
Charles Drake
Howard Graham
BHBernie Hamilton
Bernie Hamilton
Chauffeur

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The Swimmer — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Swimmer?

The Swimmer isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Swimmer on Netflix?

No, The Swimmer is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is The Swimmer on Amazon Prime Video?

The Swimmer isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Swimmer for free?

The Swimmer isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.