Movie Description

The Swimmer

(1968)

Overview

Well-off ad man Ned Merrill is visiting a friend when he notices the abundance of backyard pools that populate their upscale suburb. Ned suddenly decides that he'd like to travel the eight miles back to his own home by simply swimming across every pool in town. Soon, Ned's journey becomes harrowing; at each house, he is somehow confronted with a reminder of his romantic, domestic and economic failures.

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Facts

Original TitleThe Swimmer

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1968-08-09

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 35m

Production CompaniesHorizon Pictures,Columbia Pictures

Genres

  • Drama