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Swing High, Swing Low

1937 · 92 min Drama Comedy Romance
5.1 / 10 · TMDB

In Panama, Maggie King meets soldier Skid Johnson on his last day in the army and reluctantly agrees to a date to celebrate. The two become involved in a nightclub brawl which causes Maggie to miss her ship back to the States. Now stranded, she's forced to move in with Skid and his pal Harry. She soon falls in love with Skid. Skid gets a job playing the trumpet at a local club and becomes a big success. Fame and fortune go to his head which eventually destroys his relationship with Maggie and his career.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1937
Country United States of America
Genre Drama, Comedy, Romance
Director Mitchell Leisen
Runtime 92 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.1/10 (10 votes)

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Swing High, Swing Low is an acquired taste at 5.1/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1937. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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