Swimming Upstream
2003, English. Directed by Russell Mulcahy.
A young man aspiring for recognition of his talents battles against his estranged father's sentiment towards him as the father deals with his own demons.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Swimming Upstream
Swimming Upstream is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and MGM+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Russell MulcahyDirector
- Geoffrey RushHarold Fingleton
- Judy DavisDora Fingleton
- Jesse SpencerTony Fingleton
- Tim DraxlJohn Fingleton
- Deborah KennedyBillie
- David HoflinHarold Fingleton Jr.
- Craig HornerRonald Fingleton
- Brittany ByrnesDiane Fingleton
- Mitchell DelleverginYoung Tony
- Thomas DavidsonYoung John
- Kain O'KeeffeYoung Harold Jr.
- Robert QuinnYoung Ronald
Details
- Released
- 27 February 2003
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Anthony Fingleton
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Swimming Upstream: quick answers
Is Swimming Upstream worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Swimming Upstream?
Swimming Upstream runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does Swimming Upstream have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Swimming Upstream. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Swimming Upstream parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Swimming Upstream is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Swimming Upstream on?
Swimming Upstream is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and MGM+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Swimming Upstream?
If you liked Swimming Upstream, try Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, NYAD, Giant Little Ones.
Who directed Swimming Upstream?
Swimming Upstream (2003) was directed by Russell Mulcahy and stars Geoffrey Rush, Judy Davis, Jesse Spencer.