

When you talk about "The Swimmer" will you talk about yourself?
A man spends a summer day swimming home via all the pools in his quiet suburban neighborhood.
The Swimmer (1968) is a drama film directed by Frank Perry. It stars Burt Lancaster, Janet Landgard, and Janice Rule. The film runs for 1 hour 35 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.4 out of 10 from 276 votes.

Burt Lancaster
Ned Merrill

Janet Landgard
Julie Ann Hooper

Janice Rule
Shirley Abbott

Tony Bickley
Donald Westerhazy

Marge Champion
Peggy Forsburgh
Nancy Cushman
Mrs. Halloran
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The Swimmer stars Burt Lancaster, Janet Landgard, Janice Rule, and Tony Bickley, and was directed by Frank Perry.
The Swimmer has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes.
The Swimmer was released in 1968.
The Swimmer is a drama film.
The Swimmer holds an average audience score of 7.4 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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