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Swimming with Sharks

Swimming with Sharks

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Swimming with Sharks
1994 1h 33m6.6

Swimming with Sharks

“In Hollywood his dreams could come true. But first he has to make coffee.”

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Guy is a young film executive who's willing to do whatever it takes to make it in Hollywood. He begins working for famed producer Buddy Ackerman, a domineering, manipulative, coldhearted boss. When Guy also finds out that his cynical girlfriend, Dawn, has been using sex as a career move, he reaches his limit. Guy decides to exact revenge on Buddy by kidnapping him and subjecting him to cruel and unusual punishment.

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DirectorGeorge Huang
ScreenplayGeorge Huang
StatusReleased
ReleasedSeptember 10, 1994
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 33m
Budget$700,000
Revenue$382,928
Loss$317,072
Rating⭐ 6.6 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.0 / 10
Votes331
GenresCrime, Comedy
StudioTrimark Pictures, Cineville

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Cast

Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey

Buddy Ackerman

Frank Whaley

Frank Whaley

Guy

Michelle Forbes

Michelle Forbes

Dawn Lockard

Benicio del Toro

Benicio del Toro

Rex

T.E. Russell

T.E. Russell

Foster Kane

Roy Dotrice

Roy Dotrice

Cyrus Miles

Matthew Flint

Matthew Flint

Manny

Patrick Fischler

Patrick Fischler

Moe

Jerry Levine

Jerry Levine

Jack

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Frequently Asked Questions about Swimming with Sharks

Where can I watch Swimming with Sharks?

Swimming with Sharks (1994) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Swimming with Sharks about?

Guy is a young film executive who's willing to do whatever it takes to make it in Hollywood. He begins working for famed producer Buddy Ackerman, a domineering, manipulative, coldhearted boss. When Guy also finds out that his cynical girlfriend, Dawn, has been using sex as a...

Who directed Swimming with Sharks?

Swimming with Sharks (1994) was directed by George Huang. The film is a Crime, Comedy production with a runtime of 1h 33m, rated 6.6/10.

How long is Swimming with Sharks?

Swimming with Sharks runs 1h 33m (93 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.6/10 from 331 votes. Genre: Crime, Comedy.

Is Swimming with Sharks worth watching?

Swimming with Sharks is rated 6.6/10 by 331 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Crime and Comedy fans.