Swallows and Amazons (2016)
Overview
Four children dream of escaping the tedium of a summer holiday with their mother. When finally given permission to camp on their own on an island in the middle of a vast lake, they are overjoyed. But when they get there they discover they may not be alone… The battle for ownership of a lonely island teaches them the skills of survival, the value of friendship and the importance of holding your nerve.
Where to watch Swallows and Amazons
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky +1 | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky +1 |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Australia | Stan | JustWatch TV, Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube +1 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, Fetch TV |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV |
| New Zealand | TVNZ+ | Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | Plex | — | — |
| United Arab Emirates | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| France | Cine+ OCS, SFR Play | Orange VOD, Canal VOD, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max | Orange VOD, Canal VOD, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Swallows and Amazons in 8 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Swallows and Amazons about?
Four children dream of escaping the tedium of a summer holiday with their mother. When finally given permission to camp on their own on an island in the middle of a vast lake, they are overjoyed. But when they get there they discover they may not be alone… The battle for ownership of a lonely island teaches them the skills of survival, the value of friendship and the importance of holding your nerve. Swallows and Amazons is a Adventure, Family movie, released on 2016-08-19, runtime 97 minutes.
Is Swallows and Amazons worth watching?
TMDB users rate Swallows and Amazons 6.3 out of 10 from 100 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Swallows and Amazons?
In the United States, Swallows and Amazons streams on Amazon Prime Video and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Philippa Lowthorpe
Cast
- Dane Hughes as John Walker
- Orla Hill as Susan Walker
- Teddie Allen as Tatty Walker
- Bobby McCulloch as Roger Walker
- Seren Hawkes as Nancy Blackett
- Hannah Jayne Thorp as Peggy Blackett
- Rafe Spall as Jim 'Captain Flint' Turner / Polski the Parrot
- Kelly Macdonald as Mrs. Walker
- Andrew Scott as Lazlov
- Harry Enfield as Mr. Jackson
- Jessica Hynes as Mrs. Jackson
- Sophie Wardlow as Gertie
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Sources
Details and the 6.3/10 rating from Swallows and Amazons on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.