Swimming on the Moon
Synopsis
Senior citizen and felon Thomas Hatch is awarded a ninety-nine-year sentence. Hatch avoids the prison term by faking senility and is sent to an elderly facility. There he meets and falls in love with Fiona, an elderly woman who suffers from Alzheimer's Disease. Fiona lives each day of her life waiting to die. Fiona eventually learns about Hatch's falsehood.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 12, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shawn Sweeney
- Screenplay & Story
- John Soster
- Original Title
- Swimming on the Moon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shawn Sweeney
John Soster
Department Leadership Roster
Shawn Sweeney
Director
John Soster
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swimming on the Moon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Swimming on the Moon about?
Senior citizen and felon Thomas Hatch is awarded a ninety-nine-year sentence. Hatch avoids the prison term by faking senility and is sent to an elderly facility. There he meets and falls in love with Fiona, an elderly woman who suffers from Alzheimer's Disease. Fiona lives each day of her life waiting to die. Fiona eventually learns about Hatch's falsehood.
Who directed Swimming on the Moon?
Swimming on the Moon was directed by Shawn Sweeney.
Who stars in Swimming on the Moon?
The principal cast of Swimming on the Moon includes John Carter, Emma Jean Jones, Mary Stout, Bop Tweedie.
When was Swimming on the Moon released and how long is it?
Swimming on the Moon was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.