---
title: "The Swinging Barmaids"
year: 1975
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-swinging-barmaids-1975"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 28757
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 4.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Swinging Barmaids (1975) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-swinging-barmaids-1975

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Swinging Barmaids is a 1975 American exploitation film that follows a police officer attempting to track down a serial killer who is systematically murdering cocktail waitresses. Directed by Gus Trikonis, the film features a cast including Bruce Watson, Laura Hippe, William Smith, and Dyanne Thorne. It serves as a representative example of the gritty, low-budget crime and horror thrillers produced during the mid-1970s.

Culturally, the film is noted for its focus on the exploitation genre, which frequently blended elements of crime, drama, and horror to appeal to drive-in and grindhouse audiences. With a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes, the pacing is designed to deliver a straightforward narrative centered on the investigation of the killer's infiltration of a popular club.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A determined police officer hunts a serial killer targeting cocktail waitresses in this 1975 thriller."

### Why Watch
- Features a classic 1970s exploitation film aesthetic
- Directed by Gus Trikonis
- Includes performances by William Smith and Dyanne Thorne

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film is categorized as exploitation cinema which may not appeal to all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a tense, gritty tone typical of the exploitation genre and carries an R rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1970s-exploitation, #serial-killer-thriller, #crime-drama, #gritty-urban-setting, #vintage-horror

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Swinging Barmaids?
Streaming availability for this 1975 title varies by region and platform; please check your local digital movie services.

### Q: Is this film worth watching?
This depends on your interest in 1970s exploitation cinema and crime thrillers from that era.

### Q: How long is the film?
The Swinging Barmaids has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch?
The Swinging Barmaids is a standalone feature film, not a television series, so it does not have episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Swinging Barmaids — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/28757)
- [The Swinging Barmaids - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Swinging_Barmaids)
- [The Swinging Barmaids (1975) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/28757-the-swinging-barmaids/cast)
- [The Swinging Barmaids (1975) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073773/)
- [The Swinging Barmaids Cast: Bruce Watson, Laura Hippe & More](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-swinging-barmaids/20056987/credits/)

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