Night Swim (2024) is a supernatural horror film directed by Bryce McGuire, marking his feature directorial debut. The movie is based on McGuire and Rod Blackhurst's 2014 short film of the same name. Produced by Jason Blum and James Wan under Blumhouse Productions and Atomic Monster, it stars Wyatt Russell, Kerry Condon, Amélie Hoeferle, and Gavin Warren.
📖 Plot Summary
The story follows Ray Waller (Wyatt Russell), a former major league baseball player diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, who moves with his family into a new home featuring a backyard swimming pool. Initially, the pool appears to offer therapeutic benefits for Ray's condition. However, the family soon discovers that the pool harbors a malevolent entity with a dark history. The entity demands sacrifices, leading to terrifying events that threaten the family's safety.
🎬 Cast
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Wyatt Russell as Ray Waller
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Kerry Condon as Eve Waller
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Amélie Hoeferle as Izzy Waller
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Gavin Warren as Elliot Waller
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Jodi Long as Lucy Summers
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Ayazhan Dalabayeva as Rebecca Summers
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Nancy Lenehan as Kay
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Eddie Martinez as Coach E
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Elijah J. Roberts as Ronin
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Rahnuma Panthaky as Dr. Sridhar
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Ben Sinclair as Pool Tech
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Ellie Araiza as Angel
🎥 Production & Reception
With a production budget of $15 million, Night Swim grossed over $54 million worldwide. Despite its financial success, the film received predominantly negative reviews. Critics cited its predictable scares and lack of engaging tone as major drawbacks. Decider's review described it as "tedious and uninspiring," advising viewers to skip the film.
📺 Availability in India
In India, Night Swim premiered on BookMyShow Stream on March 1, 2024, following its theatrical release on January 5, 2024. The film was also released on DVD and Blu-ray on April 9, 2024.
🧠Final Thoughts
Night Swim offers a high-concept horror premise centered around a haunted swimming pool. While the film's concept and production values may appeal to fans of supernatural horror, its execution has been criticized for lacking the depth and suspense expected from such a premise. If you're interested in exploring this film, it is available for streaming on BookMyShow Stream
