

Swimmer
2012, English. Directed by Lynne Ramsay.
A young man swims across the rivers and lakes of Britain to a soundtrack of assorted nationalistic music. As he passes people on the banksides including children, lovers and a tramp their thoughts and conversations are also heard. Ultimately, after walking through a wood at night, the boy returns to the water and appears to sink below the surface.
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- 0h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 24 June 2012
- Country
- United Kingdom
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Swimmer: quick answers
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How long is Swimmer?
Swimmer runs 17 minutes (0h 17m).
Does Swimmer have a post-credits scene?
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Swimmer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Swimmer on?
Swimmer isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 June 2012. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Swimmer?
If you liked Swimmer, try Hounddog, Call Me Crazy: A Five Film, The Safety of Objects.
Who directed Swimmer?
Swimmer (2012) was directed by Lynne Ramsay and stars Tom Litten, Niall Burton, Curtis Coker.