---
title: "Swallows and Amazons"
year: 1974
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/swallows-and-amazons-1974"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 14685
imdb_id: "tt0072233"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 22
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Swallows and Amazons (1974) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/swallows-and-amazons-1974

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Goal: Write a 150-190 word factual overview of the film "Swallows and Amazons" (1974).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Sources Analysis:
[1] TMDB: Title "Swallows and Amazons (1974)", US release date 05/01/1977, Genres: Adventure and Family, Runtime: 1h 32m. Synopsis: 1929 Lake District, four children, mother, boat Swallow, nearby island, camp, two other girls, boat Amazon, rivalry.
[2] IMDb: Cast and crew credits link.
[3] TMDB Cast/Crew: Same synopsis as [1].
[4] Ciaran Brown: Mentions Susan George in a film called "Swallows and Amazons (1963)". *Crucial: The user asks for the 1974 film. Source [4] refers to a 1963 version. I must be careful not to conflate them or use Susan George for the 1974 film unless the source explicitly links her to the 1974 version. Source [4] says "on TV aged 13 in Swallows

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Claude Whatham
- **Networks / Studios**: Theatre Projects Film Productions Ltd.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Virginia McKenna** as *Mrs. Walker*
- **Ronald Fraser** as *Uncle Jim*
- **Suzanna Hamilton** as *Susan Walker*
- **Simon West** as *John Walker*
- **Sophie Neville** as *Titty Walker*
- **Stephen Grendon** as *Roger Walker*
- **Kit Seymour** as *Nancy Blackett*
- **Lesley Bennett** as *Peggy Blackett*
- **Brenda Bruce** as *Mrs Dixon*
- **Mike Pratt** as *Mr Dixon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Swallows and Amazons online?
Swallows and Amazons is currently available to watch or stream on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Swallows and Amazons worth watching?
Swallows and Amazons holds a community rating of 7.4/10 based on 22 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Swallows and Amazons and when was it released?
Swallows and Amazons is a feature film with a runtime of 92 minutes. It was released in 1974. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Swallows and Amazons?
Swallows and Amazons was directed by Claude Whatham.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Swallows and Amazons — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/14685)
- [Swallows and Amazons (1974) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072233/fullcredits/)
- [Swallows and Amazons (1974) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/14685-swallows-and-amazons/cast)
- [Ciaran Brown meets actress Susan George](https://www.ciaranbrown.com/george.html)
- [Swallows and Amazons (1974) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/swallows-and-amazons/credits)

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