The Big Bad Swim (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2006, The Big Bad Swim is a comedy and drama film directed by Ishai Setton, running about 96 minutes. “Life is about keeping your head above water.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An adult swim class sets the stage for this sexually charged comedy-drama about love, loss, and second chances. Three strangers -- inextricably connected through personal heartbreak -- find themselves entering deep water as they learn that life isn't always about diving right in -- it's about getting your feet wet once in awhile.
Who’s in it. The Big Bad Swim stars Paget Brewster as Amy Pierson, Jeff Branson as Noah Owens, Jess Weixler as Jordan Gallagher and Ricky Ullman as Hunter McCarthy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Big Bad Swim has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Bad Swim page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Bad Swim tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Bad Swim (2006)?
- In US, The Big Bad Swim is available to stream on OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Bad Swim worth watching?
- The Big Bad Swim holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Bad Swim?
- The Big Bad Swim stars Paget Brewster, Jeff Branson, Jess Weixler, Ricky Ullman and Avi Setton.