Swing Time (1936): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Swing Time is a 1936 comedy musical directed by George Stevens, starring Ginger Rogers, Eric Blore and Fred Astaire. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $6,317 worldwide. It won 1 Oscar, including Music (Song). Critics gave it 91 on Metacritic. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- George Stevens
- Original language
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English - Studio
- RKO Radio Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Swing Time About?
The premise of Swing Time without spoilers.
A charismatic dancer, Lucky Garnett, finds his engagement abruptly canceled and must quickly earn $25,000 to win back his beloved. His pursuit of funds leads him through the vibrant nightlife of New York City, where he encounters Penny Carroll, a captivating dance instructor. As Lucky attempts to regain his former love's affection, he finds himself increasingly drawn to Penny, and his priorities begin to shift amidst dazzling dance numbers and unexpected complications.
Where to Watch Swing Time
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Swing Time Cast
Ginger Rogers leads the cast, with Eric Blore and Fred Astaire. Directed by George Stevens; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director George Stevens
Also Starring in Swing Time
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Critics gave Swing Time 91 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 91 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 68% User score
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Swing Time Box Office
Swing Time grossed $6,317 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$6.3K
- International
- $5.4K
Swing Time Awards & Nominations
Swing Time won 1 Oscar, including Music (Song).
1 win2 nominations1 ceremony
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Oscars 1937 1 win · 2 nominations- Won Music (Song)
- Nominated Dance Direction
Swing Time Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Swing Time (1936) Official Trailer - Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers Movie
Cars in Swing Time
7 cars on screen, including the 1935 Auburn 851 and the 1936 De Soto Airstream.
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1935 Auburn 851 Important role -
1936 De Soto Airstream Minor role -
1929 Checker Model K Background role -
1931 Checker Model M Background role
Swing Time Also Known As
18 alternative titles, including “欢乐时光” and “摇曳时光”.
- Also known as
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- 欢乐时光
- 摇曳时光
- Follie d'inverno
- 摇摆乐时代
- Sur les ailes de la danse
- Δε Χορεύω Πια
- En alas de la danza
- Ritmo Louco
- 스윙 타임
- Egymásnak születtünk
- Время свинга
- Време за суинг
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- Dans Vakti
- 有頂天時代
- En ales de la dansa
- Lekkoduch
- Dansen går
- Svět valčíků
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Swing Time FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of Swing Time, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Swing Time?
Swing Time runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Swing Time released?
Swing Time was released on August 28, 1936.
Who directed Swing Time?
Swing Time was directed by George Stevens.
More films by George Stevens Who is in the cast of Swing Time?
Swing Time stars Ginger Rogers, Eric Blore and Fred Astaire, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Swing Time?
In the US, Swing Time is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Swing Time make at the box office?
Swing Time grossed $6,317 worldwide.
How is Swing Time rated?
Swing Time has 91 on Metacritic and 68% on TMDB.
What awards did Swing Time win?
Swing Time won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Music (Song) at the Oscars 1937.
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