Swallows and Amazons
1974, English. Directed by Claude Whatham.
On holiday with their mother in the Lake District in 1929 four children are allowed to sail over to the nearby island in their boat Swallow and set up camp for a few days. They soon realise this has been the territory of two other girls who sail the Amazon, and the scene is set for serious rivalry.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Swallows and Amazons
Swallows and Amazons isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 June 1974.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Claude WhathamDirector
- Virginia McKennaMrs. Walker
- Ronald FraserUncle Jim
- Suzanna HamiltonSusan Walker
- Simon WestJohn Walker
- Sophie NevilleTitty Walker
- Stephen GrendonRoger Walker
- Kit SeymourNancy Blackett
- Lesley BennettPeggy Blackett
- Brenda BruceMrs Dixon
- Mike PrattMr Dixon
- John Franklyn-RobbinsYoung Billy
- Jack WoolgarOld Billy
Details
- Released
- 1 June 1974
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- David Wood
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
What Swallows and Amazons is based on
Swallows and Amazons is adapted from a children's book.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
If you liked Swallows and Amazons
Swallows and Amazons
2016 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Water Horse
2007 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Return to Nim's Island
2013 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Treasure Island
1934 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Dolittle
2020 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Magic Faraway Tree
2026 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Treasure Island
1990 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Peter Pan
2003 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Escape to Witch Mountain
1975 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking
1988 · 5.9/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
Swallows and Amazons: quick answers
Is Swallows and Amazons worth watching?
Swallows and Amazons doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Swallows and Amazons?
Swallows and Amazons runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Swallows and Amazons have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Swallows and Amazons. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Swallows and Amazons parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Swallows and Amazons yet.
Which OTT platform is Swallows and Amazons on?
Swallows and Amazons isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 June 1974. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Swallows and Amazons?
If you liked Swallows and Amazons, try Swallows and Amazons, The Water Horse, Return to Nim's Island.
Who directed Swallows and Amazons?
Swallows and Amazons (1974) was directed by Claude Whatham and stars Virginia McKenna, Ronald Fraser, Suzanna Hamilton.
What is Swallows and Amazons based on?
Swallows and Amazons is adapted from a children's book.