Swallows and Amazons
2016, English. Directed by Philippa Lowthorpe.
Some summers you treasure forever
Four children dream of escaping the tedium of a summer holiday with their mother. When finally given permission to camp on their own on an island in the middle of a vast lake, they are overjoyed. But when they get there they discover they may not be alone… The battle for ownership of a lonely island teaches them the skills of survival, the value of friendship and the importance of holding your nerve.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 100 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Philippa LowthorpeDirector
- Dane HughesJohn Walker
- Orla HillSusan Walker
- Teddie AllenTatty Walker
- Bobby McCullochRoger Walker
- Seren HawkesNancy Blackett
- Hannah Jayne ThorpPeggy Blackett
- Rafe SpallJim 'Captain Flint' Turner / Polski the Parrot
- Kelly MacdonaldMrs. Walker
- Andrew ScottLazlov
- Harry EnfieldMr. Jackson
- Jessica HynesMrs. Jackson
- Sophie WardlowGertie
Details
- Released
- 19 August 2016
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Andrea Gibb
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What Swallows and Amazons is based on
Swallows and Amazons is based on Swallows and Amazons, a 1930 novel by Arthur Ransome, published by Jonathan Cape.
Novel · 1930
Swallows and Amazons
By Arthur Ransome
Published by Jonathan Cape
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Swallows and Amazons: quick answers
Is Swallows and Amazons worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 100 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Swallows and Amazons?
Swallows and Amazons runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
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 on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Swallows and Amazons?
If you liked Swallows and Amazons, try Return to Nim's Island, Dolittle, Treasure Island.
Who directed Swallows and Amazons?
Swallows and Amazons (2016) was directed by Philippa Lowthorpe and stars Dane Hughes, Orla Hill, Teddie Allen.
What is Swallows and Amazons based on?
Swallows and Amazons is based on Swallows and Amazons, a 1930 novel by Arthur Ransome, published by Jonathan Cape.