The Swimmer (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1987, The Swimmer is a notable film directed by Shūji Kataoka, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Wataru and his older sister keep moving from place to place because strangers have been trying to kidnap Wataru. After a previous private tutor/bodyguard proves incompetent, they hire a swimming instructor who happens to be in dire need of some extra cash...
Who’s in it. The Swimmer stars Shirō Shimomoto, Toru Nakane, Jun Hoshi and Yasuo Sasaki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Swimmer 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 Swimmer page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Swimmer (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swimmer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Swimmer worth watching?
- The Swimmer holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Swimmer?
- The Swimmer stars Shirō Shimomoto, Toru Nakane, Jun Hoshi, Yasuo Sasaki and Mayumi Matsumoto.
- When was The Swimmer released?
- The Swimmer was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.