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Swimming Upstream

6.820031h 54mPG-13MovieDrama

A young man aspiring for recognition of his talents battles against his estranged father's sentiment towards him as the father deals with his own demons.

DirectorRussell Mulcahy
WriterAnthony Fingleton
ProducersHoward Baldwin·Andrew Mason

Where to watch

Not available in Philippines
Streaming in 17 other countries

Swimming Upstream isn't on any streaming service in Philippines right now, but it's available in Australia, Austria, Canada, Denmark and 13 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Russell Mulcahy

GRGeoffrey Rush
Geoffrey Rush
Harold Fingleton
JDJudy Davis
Judy Davis
Dora Fingleton
JSJesse Spencer
Jesse Spencer
Tony Fingleton
TDTim Draxl
Tim Draxl
John Fingleton
DKDeborah Kennedy
Deborah Kennedy
Billie
DHDavid Hoflin
David Hoflin
Harold Fingleton Jr.
CHCraig Horner
Craig Horner
Ronald Fingleton
BB
Brittany Byrnes
Diane Fingleton
MD
Mitchell Dellevergin
Young Tony
TD
Thomas Davidson
Young John
KO
Kain O'Keeffe
Young Harold Jr.
RQ
Robert Quinn
Young Ronald

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Swimming Upstream — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Swimming Upstream?

Swimming Upstream isn't on any streaming service in Philippines yet, but it's available in Austria, Australia and Canada and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Swimming Upstream on Netflix?

No, Swimming Upstream is not on Netflix in Philippines as of September 2026.

Is Swimming Upstream on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Swimming Upstream isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

Where can I watch Swimming Upstream for free?

Swimming Upstream isn't streaming in Philippines yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Swimming Upstream based on a true story?

Yes — Swimming Upstream is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).