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The Swallow and the Titmouse (1924): cast, story & where to watch

1924 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1924, The Swallow and the Titmouse is a drama film directed by André Antoine, running about 78 minutes.

What it’s about. Herr Pierre Van Groot owns two barges. Van Groot, his wife, and his sister-in-law navigate along the north channels between Belgium and France. Herr Pierre transports construction material in his barges but he earns extra francs trafficking in diamonds, which he hides in the boat’s rudder. Pierre engages a new first mate, Michel, who gets wise to the diamond smuggling. The film was shot in 1920, but only shown once in its 80 minute entirety at a private screening in 1924.

Who’s in it. The Swallow and the Titmouse stars Maguy Deliac as Marthe, The Young Sister of Griet, Pierre Alcover as Michel, The New Pilot, Louis Ravet as Pierre Van Groot, The Barge Owner and Jane Maylianes as Griet Van Groot, Pierre's Wife, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Swallow and the Titmouse has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Swallow and the Titmouse page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Swallow and the Titmouse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Swallow and the Titmouse (1924)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swallow and the Titmouse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Swallow and the Titmouse worth watching?
The Swallow and the Titmouse holds an audience score of 6.7 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 Swallow and the Titmouse?
The Swallow and the Titmouse stars Maguy Deliac, Pierre Alcover, Louis Ravet, Jane Maylianes and Georges Denola.
When was The Swallow and the Titmouse released?
The Swallow and the Titmouse was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.