Teen schemes, car chaos, and 1970s swap meet shenanigans run wild.

SWAP MEET

1979 · 01:25:00 · R · Comedy · IMDB TMDB

A neighborhood swap meet gets out of hand when participants start swapping everything imaginable.

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Quick Answer

What is Swap Meet about?

Swap Meet is a 1979 American comedy film directed by Brice Mack about a group of friends who try to raise money at a swap meet after a classic car is destroyed.

Key Facts

Director: Brice Mack
Writer: Steve Krantz
Release: 1979
Runtime: 1h 25m
Genres: Comedy

The SassyFlix Take

Swap Meet cranks up the 1970s mischief with a parade of tube tops, car crashes, and even a goat or two for good measure. With Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman adding character actor grit, this is vansploitation with a Polaroid camera and a side of rear nudity. If you like your comedies with skateboards and questionable automotive decisions, park it right here.

From the Vault

Where else are you going to see a goat, a Polaroid, and a reference to Darth Vader in one swap meet?

Why Cult

Vansploitation Vibes

Tap into the 1970s subgenre where vans, drive-ins, and teen antics take center stage.

Cast of Cult Favorites

Catch early appearances by Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman before they hit sitcom superstardom.

Chaotic Swap Meet Setting

A neighborhood swap meet devolves into a free-for-all of swapping, skateboarding, and money-making schemes.

Car Culture Comedy

Classic rides like the Ferrari Dino and Ford Thunderbird set the stage for vehicular mishaps and desperate fundraising.

About This Film

Roy is jealous of Sigi, who attracts Nancy's attention, and has two clumsy guys demolish Sigi's father's T-Burn classic. For the repair of the car, Sigi desperately needs $250 until his father returns next weekend. He and his friends try to earn it on the swap meet.

Film Details

Director Brice Mack

Writer Steve Krantz

Themes & Keywords

Female Topless Nudity Kiss Teenager 1970s Dancing Bar Rear Nudity Police Car Car Crash Money Van Campfire No Panties Convertible Drinking Beer Sex In A Car

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Swap Meet about? +

Swap Meet follows a group of friends who, after a classic car is wrecked, scramble to raise repair money at a swap meet, leading to wild antics.

When was Swap Meet released? +

Swap Meet was released in 1979.

Who directed Swap Meet? +

Swap Meet was directed by Brice Mack.

How long is Swap Meet? +

Swap Meet has a runtime of 85 minutes.

What genre is Swap Meet? +

Swap Meet is a comedy film.

Where can I watch Swap Meet? +

Swap Meet is available to stream on SassyFlix.