Swing
"Getting this dream off the ground is going to require some very fancy footwork!!"
Originally released in 1999. Swing is a drama/comedy film. directed by Nick Mead.
Starring Hugo Speer, Lisa Stansfield, and Paul Usher
Synopsis
When Martin Luxford leaves jail, he decides to form a swing band, having been taught to play the saxophone by his cellmate Jack. Returning to his native Liverpool, Martin pulls together a backing band of misfits and loners, and recruits his ex-girlfriend Joan as a singer. Things are complicated somewhat by the fact that Joan is now married to the policeman who arrested Martin, and when the band's first gig - at a heavy metal pub - goes badly, it seems as though the road to musical success may be a rocky one.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 18, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Tapestry Films
- The Kushner-Locke Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swing about?
When Martin Luxford leaves jail, he decides to form a swing band, having been taught to play the saxophone by his cellmate Jack. Returning to his native Liverpool, Martin pulls together a backing b...
Who directed Swing?
Swing was directed by Nick Mead.
How long is Swing?
Swing has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Swing released?
Swing was released on June 18, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Swing?
The main cast of Swing includes Hugo Speer, Lisa Stansfield, Paul Usher, Rita Tushingham, Tom Bell.