The Swap (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2016, The Swap is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Jay Karas, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the book by Megan Shull, The Swap follows the adventures of a rhythmic gymnast named Ellie with a make-it-or-break-it competition, and the younger brother named Jack in a hockey family who's vying for a varsity spot on his school team. But when a simple text causes the two to swap bodies, their paths take an unexpected cross.
Who’s in it. The Swap stars Peyton List as Ellie O'Brien, Jacob Bertrand as Jack Malloy, Darrin Rose as Coach Malloy and Claire Rankin as Summer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Swap has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Swap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Swap tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Swap (2016)?
- In US, The Swap is available to stream on Disney Plus, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Swap worth watching?
- The Swap holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Swap?
- The Swap stars Peyton List, Jacob Bertrand, Darrin Rose, Claire Rankin and Callan Potter.
- When was The Swap released?
- The Swap was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.