The Big Swap
1998, English. Directed by Niall Johnson.
In this British drama, Ellen (Sorcha Brooks) and Jack (Antony Edridge) recall a time when they traded partners, and their remarks set a partner-swapping party in motion among four other couples. As the long night's journey into sex progresses, various fears and anxieties surface. Shown at Montreal's 1997 World Film Festival and the 1997 San Sebastian Film Festival.
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 11 June 1998
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Budget
- $50
- Box office
- $60
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The Big Swap runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
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The Big Swap isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Big Swap?
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Who directed The Big Swap?
The Big Swap (1998) was directed by Niall Johnson and stars Mark Adams, Mark Caven, Alison Egan.