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Swimming Upstream

6.8(46)20031h 54m
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Where to watch Swimming Upstream in Canada

Swimming Upstream is streaming on MGM Amazon Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

About Swimming Upstream

Swimming Upstream is a 2003 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Russell Mulcahy, starring Geoffrey Rush, Judy Davis and Jesse Spencer. It has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 46 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Swimming Upstream in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Swimming Upstream trailer

Overview

A young man aspiring for recognition of his talents battles against his estranged father's sentiment towards him as the father deals with his own demons.

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Themes & keywords

sportsolympic gamesabusive fatherrejectionbiographydysfunctional familyalcoholismswimmerswimming1950solympic athlete1960sperserverancequeensland, australiagay theme

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Swimming Upstream in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream Swimming Upstream on MGM Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Swimming Upstream on Netflix?+

Swimming Upstream is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on MGM Amazon Channel.

How long is Swimming Upstream?+

Swimming Upstream has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

Who stars in Swimming Upstream?+

Swimming Upstream stars Geoffrey Rush, Judy Davis, Jesse Spencer, Tim Draxl and Deborah Kennedy.

When did Swimming Upstream come out?+

Swimming Upstream is a 2003 movie directed by Russell Mulcahy.

What genre is Swimming Upstream?+

Swimming Upstream is Drama film.

Who directed Swimming Upstream?+

Swimming Upstream was directed by Russell Mulcahy.

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