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Swallows and Amazons
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Swallows and Amazons

1974 · 92 min Adventure Family
⭐ 7.7 / 10 · TMDB

On holiday with their mother in the Lake District in 1929 four children are allowed to sail over to the nearby island in their boat Swallow and set up camp for a few days. They soon realise this has been the territory of two other girls who sail the Amazon, and the scene is set for serious rivalry.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Swallows and Amazons is a very strong film rated 7.7/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1974. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Virginia McKenna

Virginia McKenna

Mrs. Walker

Ronald Fraser

Ronald Fraser

Uncle Jim

Suzanna Hamilton

Suzanna Hamilton

Susan Walker

Simon West

Simon West

John Walker

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Sophie Neville

Titty Walker

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Stephen Grendon

Roger Walker

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Kit Seymour

Nancy Blackett

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Lesley Bennett

Peggy Blackett

Brenda Bruce

Brenda Bruce

Mrs Dixon

Mike Pratt

Mike Pratt

Mr Dixon

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