Swing Shift
“When America marched off to war the women marched into the factory. From then on...nothing was the same.”
Synopsis
In 1941 America, Kay and her husband are happy enough until he enlists after Pearl Harbor. Against his wishes, she takes a job at the local aircraft plant where she meets Hazel, the singer from across the way. The two soon become firm friends and with the other girls become increasingly expert workers. As the war drags on, Kay finally dates her trumpet-playing foreman and life gets more complicated.
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SWING SHIFT - Original Theatrical TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-12-05
Top Cast
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Goldie Hawn
Kay Walsh
Kurt Russell
Lucky Lockhart
Christine Lahti
Hazel Zanussi
Fred Ward
Biscuits Toohey
Ed Harris
Jack Walsh
Sudie Bond
Annie
Holly Hunter
Jeannie Sherman
Patty Maloney
Laverne
Lisa Pelikan
Violet Mulligan
Susan Peretz
Edith Castle
Joey Aresco
Johnny Bonnano
Morris 'Tex' Biggs
Clarence
Reid Cruickshanks
Spike
Danny Darst
Deacon
Dennis Fimple
Rupert George
Chris Lemmon
Lt. O'Connor
Charles Napier
Moon Willis
Stephen Tobolowsky
French deMille / Documentary Narrator
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 13, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1993
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Demme
- Screenplay & Story
- Nancy Dowd
- Original Score
- Patrick Williams
- Original Title
- Swing Shift
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, Lantana, Hawn / Sylbert Movie Company, Jerry Bick
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Demme
Nancy Dowd
Patrick Williams
Tak Fujimoto
Craig McKay
Alex Winitsky, Arlene Sellers, Jerry Bick
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan Demme
Director
Nancy Dowd
Writer
Tak Fujimoto
Director of Photography
Joe I. Tompkins
Costume Design
Patrick Williams
Original Music Composer
Craig McKay
Editor
Peter Jamison
Production Design
Jerry Bick
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swing Shift
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What is Swing Shift about?
In 1941 America, Kay and her husband are happy enough until he enlists after Pearl Harbor. Against his wishes, she takes a job at the local aircraft plant where she meets Hazel, the singer from across the way. The two soon become firm friends and with the other girls become increasingly expert workers. As the war drags on, Kay finally dates her trumpet-playing foreman and life gets more complicated.
Who directed Swing Shift?
Swing Shift was directed by Jonathan Demme.
Who stars in Swing Shift?
The principal cast of Swing Shift includes Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Christine Lahti, Fred Ward, Ed Harris.
When was Swing Shift released and how long is it?
Swing Shift was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Swing Shift?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Swing Shift was composed by Patrick Williams.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Swing Shift?
Swing Shift holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).