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The Swimmer

2021·Movie
1h 24min
IMDb5.6Rotten Tomatoes92%70%

Where to watch

KanopyChai FlicksStrand ReleasingTubi TV

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The Swimmer fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance8
  • Coming of Age8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, sports, and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Erez, a rising star in the Israeli swimming scene, arrives at a godforsaken training camp held in a boarding school. The winner of the competition held there wins one ticket to the Olympics. There he meets Nevo, beautiful, gifted, who awakens subconscious desires in him. However, their swimming coach does not believe in friendships between competitors. Warned to stay away from Nevo, Erez is still too attracted to him. In between practices, he attempts to act upon his feelings…
Israeli CinemaLGBTQ+ RomanceSports DramaSwimming CompetitionComing-of-AgePsychological TensionForbidden LoveDesire & AmbitionTraining Camp Setting

Crew

Directed by:
Adam Kalderon
Written by:
Adam Kalderon
Produced by:
Naama Pyritz, Mika Kalderon

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Swimmer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Swimmer legally?

KanopyChai FlicksStrand ReleasingTubi TV

The Swimmer is included with a subscription to Chai Flicks in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Swimmer worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Swimmer rated?

Sexual content

Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is The Swimmer?

1 h 24 min

The Swimmer runs 1 h 24 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Swimmer?

Critics92
Audiences63

Not quite. Critics rate The Swimmer higher (92) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Swimmer in?

Hebrew

It was made in Hebrew. Produced in Israel.

In how many countries can I watch The Swimmer?

16ATAUBECACHDEFRGBGFGGIELUPFPL+2

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Swimmer in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Swimmer use?

Cosmic PlaythingThrough the Eyes of MadnessChick MagnetNice GuyPool SceneParental NeglectWalking Swimsuit SceneHappy PlaceTeens Are MonstersFanserviceRewatch BonusNaked People Are Funnyand 35 more

TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for The Swimmer, including Cosmic Plaything, Through the Eyes of Madness, Chick Magnet.