Swing Kids
1993, English. Directed by Thomas Carter.
In a world on the brink of war. You either march to one tune or dance to another.
The story of a close-knit group of young kids in Nazi Germany who listen to banned swing music from the US. Soon dancing and fun leads to more difficult choices as the Nazis begin tightening the grip on Germany. Each member of the group is forced to face some tough choices about right, wrong, and survival.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 262 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Swing Kids
Swing Kids isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Thomas CarterDirector
- Robert Sean LeonardPeter Müller
- Christian BaleThomas Berger
- Frank WhaleyArvid
- Barbara HersheyFrau Müller
- Tushka BergenEvey
- David TomWilli Müller
- Mary FogartyMama Klara Müller
- Kenneth BranaghHerr Knopp, Gestapo (uncredited)
- Noah WyleEmil Lutz
- Martin ClunesBannführer
- Jessica HynesHelga
- David RobbDr. Dietrich Berger
Details
- Released
- 5 March 1993
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jonathan Marc Feldman
- Box office
- $5.6M
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Swing Kids: quick answers
Is Swing Kids worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 262 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Swing Kids?
Swing Kids runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does Swing Kids have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Swing Kids. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Swing Kids parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Swing Kids is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Swing Kids on?
Swing Kids isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Swing Kids?
If you liked Swing Kids, try The Jazz Singer, Taking Sides, Coda.
Who directed Swing Kids?
Swing Kids (1993) was directed by Thomas Carter and stars Robert Sean Leonard, Christian Bale, Frank Whaley.