Swim Team (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1979, Swim Team is a comedy film directed by James Polakof, running about 75 minutes. “It's wet and wild!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A new swimming coach is hired to break a team's seven-year losing streak.
Who’s in it. Swim Team stars James Daughton as Danny, Stephen Furst as Bear, Richard Young as Johnny and Jenny Neumann as Erin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Swim Team has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Swim Team page.
If you liked it. Fans of Swim Team tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Swim Team (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Swim Team change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Swim Team worth watching?
- Swim Team holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Swim Team?
- Swim Team stars James Daughton, Stephen Furst, Richard Young, Jenny Neumann and Elise-Anne.
- When was Swim Team released?
- Swim Team was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.