Movie

Swimming on the Moon

★ 10.0(1)19991h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Shawn Sweeney
Release date: 1999-12-12
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United States of America

About Swimming on the Moon

Swimming on the Moon is a 1999 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Shawn Sweeney, starring John Carter, Emma Jean Jones and Mary Stout. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 10.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Swimming on the Moon in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Senior citizen and felon Thomas Hatch is awarded a ninety-nine-year sentence. Hatch avoids the prison term by faking senility and is sent to an elderly facility. There he meets and falls in love with Fiona, an elderly woman who suffers from Alzheimer's Disease. Fiona lives each day of her life waiting to die. Fiona eventually learns about Hatch's falsehood.

Cast

John Carter

Thomas Hatch

Emma Jean Jones

Fiona Persons

Mary Stout

Nurse Dee Dee

Bop Tweedie

Corrections Officer

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Swimming on the Moon in Ireland?+

Swimming on the Moon is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Ireland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Swimming on the Moon on Netflix?+

Swimming on the Moon is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How long is Swimming on the Moon?+

Swimming on the Moon has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Swimming on the Moon?+

Swimming on the Moon stars John Carter, Emma Jean Jones, Mary Stout and Bop Tweedie.

When did Swimming on the Moon come out?+

Swimming on the Moon is a 1999 movie directed by Shawn Sweeney.

What genre is Swimming on the Moon?+

Swimming on the Moon is Drama film.

Who directed Swimming on the Moon?+

Swimming on the Moon was directed by Shawn Sweeney.