Jaws made us avoid the ocean. Will Night Swim do the same for pools? We’ll find out soon, as the horror Night Swim full movie is scheduled to be one of the first new releases in 2024. Night Swim is based on Rod Blackhurst and Bryce McGuire’s acclaimed 2014 short film. McGuire has collaborated with horror producers James Wan and Jason Blum, who produced the horror hit M3GAN in 2023, to adapt the story into a feature-length film.
We’ve got everything you need to know about Night Swim right here, from when it’s coming out to who’s in it and the official trailer.
What is the release date of the Night Swim?
Night Swim is one of the first new movies of 2024, opening exclusively in theatres on Friday, January 5.
Who is in the stellar cast of the Night Swim?
The main cast in Night Swim are:
| Actor/Actress | Character |
| Wyatt Russell | Ray Waller |
| Kerry Condon | Eve Waller |
| Amélie Hoeferle | Izzy Waller |
| Gavin Warren | Elliot Waller |
| Jodi Long | Kay |
| Eddie Martinez | Coach E |
What is the IMDb rating for the Night Swim?
IMDb rating for Night Swim is 5.0 out of 10.
What is the plot of the Night Swim?
Here is the official plot of Night Swim, courtesy of Universal Pictures.
“Ray Waller, a former major league baseball player forced to retire early due to a degenerative illness, moves into a new home with his concerned wife Eve, teenage daughter Izzy, and young son Elliot.
“Ray persuades Eve that the new home’s shimmering backyard swimming pool will be fun for the kids and provide physical therapy for him, even though he secretly hopes to return to pro ball. However, a dark secret from the home’s past will unleash an evil force, a night swim monster, that will drag the family down into the depths of unstoppable terror.”
Where can fans watch the trailer for Night Swim?
The Night Swim trailer begins with the Waller family looking for a new home, but it quickly turns into the creepiest game of Marco Polo you’ve ever seen. Watch the full trailer below:
Who has directed the Night Swim?
Bryce McGuire, who co-directed the original short film with Rod Blackhurst, will now direct the Night Swim feature-length film solo. McGuire has primarily directed short films, but he has also directed indie horror films such as Unfollowed (2018). According to IMDb, McGuire also wrote the screenplay for Night Swim and is credited with writing two other upcoming horror films, Imaginary and Baghead.
Is Night Swim on Netflix?
Night Swim is currently unavailable on Netflix. Crunchyroll and Funimation have acquired the rights to distribute Night Swim in North America.
What do the critics have to say about Night Swim on Rotten Tomatoes?
According to Rotten Tomatoes, Despite a strong beginning and a few effective scares, Night Swim needs to catch up due to a premise that needs more strength to sustain a feature-length film, as noted by critics.
Bottom Line
Discover the upcoming film, “Night Swim,” as we dive into everything you need to know. From the talented cast to the highly anticipated release date and a sneak peek through the trailer, the movie is set to deliver a thrilling and suspenseful experience. Brace yourself for the mysteries and terrors that await in the depths of “Night Swim.”