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I Swear (2025)

โ€œI blink. I twitch. I jump. I click. I whistle. I shout.โ€

8.3/10 ยท 590 votes 2h 1m r DramaHistory

#4 of 142 films from 2025 #61 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Kirk Jones ยท Written by Kirk Jones

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Overview

Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 15, John Davidson navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.

Cast

Robert Aramayoas John
Maxine Peakeas Dottie
Peter Mullanas Tommy
Shirley Hendersonas Heather
Scott Ellis Watsonas Young John
David Carlyleas Chris
Francesco Piacentini-Smithas Murray
Somerled Campbellas Palace Official
Michael Dylanas Butler
Christina Ashfordas The Queen
Sanjeev Kohlias Kenny
Steven Creeas David
Ethan Stewartas William (10)
Isla Merceras Caroline (7)

Facts

Release dateSeptember 22, 2025
Runtime121 min (2h 1m) โ€” about the same as the 2025 average of 115 min
GenresDrama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$3,730,000
Box office$15,564,404 (4.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt31514146

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Questions

How long is I Swear?
I Swear runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Is I Swear worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.3/10 across 590 votes, which places it #4 of 142 films released in 2025 in this index (top 98%) and #61 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed I Swear?
I Swear was directed by Kirk Jones. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Everybody's Fine (2009), Nanny McPhee (2005), My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016).
Who stars in I Swear?
Robert Aramayo as John; Maxine Peake as Dottie; Peter Mullan as Tommy; Shirley Henderson as Heather; Scott Ellis Watson as Young John; David Carlyle as Chris.
What is I Swear rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for I Swear?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/602713.

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