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Swimming with Legends

2014·Movie
1h 44min

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Striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline4
  • Tension2

Heart

Awe-inspiring and wholesome

  • Wonder9
  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and sports

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography10
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Swimming with Legends

A biographical documentary about the Belgian free-diver Fred Buyle and his art of silent diving.
DocumentaryFree-DivingMarine LifeBiographical PortraitUnderwater CinematographyNature ExplorationHuman Connection to OceanSilent WorldEnvironmental AwarenessSerene & Immersive

Crew

Directed by:

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Swimming with Legends

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Where can I stream Swimming with Legends legally?

Swimming with Legends is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Magellan TV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Swimming with Legends worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Swimming with Legends?

1 h 44 min

Swimming with Legends runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Swimming with Legends based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Swimming with Legends in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Swimming with Legends?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Swimming with Legends in 96 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.