Swing Shift (1984)
Swing Shift is a 1984 drama movie directed by Jonathan Demme, with a running time of 1h 40m. It stars Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell and Christine Lahti.
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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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.
When was Swing Shift released?
Swing Shift was released on 13 April 1984.
How long is Swing Shift?
Swing Shift runs 1h 40m.
Who made Swing Shift?
Swing Shift was directed by Jonathan Demme.
Where can I watch Swing Shift?
Swing Shift is available on YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Swing Shift
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Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Goldie Hawn as Kay Walsh
- Kurt Russell as Lucky Lockhart
- Christine Lahti as Hazel Zanussi
- Fred Ward as Biscuits Toohey
- Ed Harris as Jack Walsh
- Sudie Bond as Annie
- Holly Hunter as Jeannie Sherman
- Patty Maloney as Laverne
- Lisa Pelikan as Violet Mulligan
- Susan Peretz as Edith Castle
- Joey Aresco as Johnny Bonnano
- Morris 'Tex' Biggs as Clarence