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Swallows and Amazons

U19741h 32mClaude Whatham
IMDb 6.4

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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.

AdventureFamily
IslandHolidayBoatCampingBased On Children's Book1920sLake District

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What is Swallows and Amazons (1974) about?

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.

Who stars in Swallows and Amazons?

Swallows and Amazons stars Virginia McKenna (Mrs. Walker), Ronald Fraser (Uncle Jim), Suzanna Hamilton (Susan Walker), Simon West (John Walker), Sophie Neville (Titty Walker). The film was directed by Claude Whatham.

How long is Swallows and Amazons?

Swallows and Amazons has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1974. It is rated U.

Is Swallows and Amazons worth watching?

Swallows and Amazons holds an IMDb rating of 6.4/10. Fans of Adventure, Family are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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