The Swamp Wader (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1966, The Swamp Wader is a drama film directed by Leonīds Leimanis, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. In this film, set in Latvia in the late 19th century, Edgars, the coachman of Alaine Manor, loves Kristine, the washerwoman's daughter, although he is too hot-headed for Kristine's mother to consider him a good suitor for his daughter. The servant Viskrelis and stable boy Sutka try to tempt Edgars to a life of drinking and a relationship with the barmaid Matilde. Meanwhile, Kristine is courted by the rich land owner, Akmentins.
Who’s in it. The Swamp Wader stars Vija Artmane as Kristīne, Uldis Pūcītis as Edgars, Olga Dreģe and Eduards Pavuls as Sutka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Swamp Wader has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Swamp Wader page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Swamp Wader tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Swamp Wader (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swamp Wader change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Swamp Wader worth watching?
- The Swamp Wader holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Swamp Wader?
- The Swamp Wader stars Vija Artmane, Uldis Pūcītis, Olga Dreģe, Eduards Pavuls and Elza Radziņa.
- When was The Swamp Wader released?
- The Swamp Wader was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.