Swing Shift(1984)
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.
Directed by Jonathan Demme
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Cast
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
Swing Shift — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Swing Shift?+
Swing Shift is available to stream on Howdy Amazon Channel, YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Swing Shift come out?+
Swing Shift was released in 1984.
How long is Swing Shift?+
Swing Shift runs for 100 minutes (1 hour and 40 minutes).
Who directed Swing Shift?+
Swing Shift was directed by Jonathan Demme.
Who stars in Swing Shift?+
Swing Shift stars Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Christine Lahti, Fred Ward and Ed Harris.
Is Swing Shift worth watching?+
Swing Shift holds a 5.6/10 rating from 89 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama, romance and war.
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