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Swimming Upstream

It's not easy being seventeen.

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2002-01-01
1h 45m
English
Released

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This is a heart-wrenching story about a happy-go-lucky 17 year-old boy with a passion for life and love. Under his free spirit are problems that he must deal with. His mother died, his alcoholic father is unapproachable, and ...the biggest problem of all... he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The only support he receives is from a sister who also lives a fractured life, his immature best friend, and his girlfriend. "Swimming Upstream" is a moving and honest look at life's painful realities and how this teen deals with them.

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About Swimming Upstream

It's not easy being seventeen.

This is a heart-wrenching story about a happy-go-lucky 17 year-old boy with a passion for life and love. Under his free spirit are problems that he must deal with. His mother died, his alcoholic father is unapproachable, and ...the biggest problem of all... he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The only support he receives is from a sister who also lives a fractured life, his immature best friend, and his girlfriend. "Swimming Upstream" is a moving and honest look at life's painful realities and how this teen deals with them. Running 105 minutes.

Swimming Upstream Cast and Characters

The cast features Matt Czuchry (as Morris Bird III), Ben Savage (as Teddy Benevides), Kelly Rutherford (as Sandra Bird), Elisabeth Harnois (as Julie Sutton), and Michael Moriarty (as Morris Bird II). Their performances are a major reason Swimming Upstream has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Swimming Upstream

Swimming Upstream flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Swimming Upstream?

Swimming Upstream runs for 105 minutes (about 1.8 hours).

Is Swimming Upstream good? What's the rating?

Swimming Upstream holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Swimming Upstream?

The main cast includes Matt Czuchry, Ben Savage, Kelly Rutherford, and Elisabeth Harnois, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Swimming Upstream available in English?

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When was Swimming Upstream released?

Swimming Upstream was released in 2002.

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What is Swimming Upstream about?

Swimming Upstream is a Drama/TV Movie English-language film. This is a heart-wrenching story about a happy-go-lucky 17 year-old boy with a passion for life and love. Under his free spirit are problems that he must deal with. His mother died, his alcoholic father is unapproachable, and ...the biggest problem of all... he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The only support he receives is from a sister who also lives a fractured life, his immature best friend, and his girlfriend. "Swimming Upstream" is a moving and honest look at life's painful realities and how this teen deals with them.

When was Swimming Upstream released?

Swimming Upstream was released on January 1, 2002. It has a runtime of 1h 45m.

Who stars in Swimming Upstream?

Swimming Upstream stars Matt Czuchry, Ben Savage, Kelly Rutherford and Elisabeth Harnois. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Swimming Upstream available in HD?

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