The Swimmer (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 1981, The Swimmer is an adventure and history film directed by Irakli Kvirikadze, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. The tale of a 20th century family line of swimmers who all attempt to swim some near-impossible distance in the Black Sea.
Who’s in it. The Swimmer stars Elguja Burduli, Ruslan Miqaberidze, Baadur Tsuladze and Guram Pirtskhalava, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, The Swimmer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Swimmer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Swimmer tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Swimmer (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swimmer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Swimmer worth watching?
- The Swimmer holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Swimmer?
- The Swimmer stars Elguja Burduli, Ruslan Miqaberidze, Baadur Tsuladze, Guram Pirtskhalava and Giya Lezhava.
- When was The Swimmer released?
- The Swimmer was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.