Swing Fever (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1943, Swing Fever is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Tim Whelan, running about 79 minutes. “Dance! Sing! It's So JOYOUS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Comedy about a bandleader with hypnotic powers.
Who’s in it. Swing Fever stars Kay Kyser as Lowell Blackford, Marilyn Maxwell as Ginger Gray, William Gargan as 'Waltzy' Malone and Nat Pendleton as 'Killer' Kennedy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Swing Fever has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Swing Fever page.
If you liked it. Fans of Swing Fever tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Swing Fever (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Swing Fever change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Swing Fever worth watching?
- Swing Fever holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Swing Fever?
- Swing Fever stars Kay Kyser, Marilyn Maxwell, William Gargan, Nat Pendleton and Lena Horne.