Le Nageur du Gange (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1985, Le Nageur du Gange is a documentary and adventure film directed by Pierre Beccu, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1985, André Payraud, a pioneer of whitewater swimming, descended the sacred Ganges River from its source at an altitude of 4200 meters, amidst the ice of Gangotri and astonished pilgrims: the baptism of the 3rd eye.
Who’s in it. Le Nageur du Gange stars André Payraud as Self, Gérard Sévérac as Self, Fernand Payraud as Self and Balthazar Dufrenoy as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Le Nageur du Gange sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Le Nageur du Gange page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Le Nageur du Gange (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Le Nageur du Gange change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Le Nageur du Gange worth watching?
- Le Nageur du Gange holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Le Nageur du Gange?
- Le Nageur du Gange stars André Payraud, Gérard Sévérac, Fernand Payraud, Balthazar Dufrenoy and Claude Menez.
- When was Le Nageur du Gange released?
- Le Nageur du Gange was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.
