On Swift Horses is a 2024 American romantic drama film directed by Daniel Minahan. The screenplay, written by Bryce Kass, is adapted from Shannon Pufahl’s 2019 novel of the same name. The film follows Muriel and her husband Lee as they start a new life in California after his return from the Korean War. However, their plans are disrupted when Lee’s younger brother, Julius, arrives and chooses to travel to Las Vegas, where he falls in love with a male co-worker named Henry.
Meanwhile, Muriel explores a secret passion for gambling on racehorses and forms an unexpected bond with a female neighbor, Sandra. Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jacob Elordi, Will Poulter, Diego Calva, and Sasha Calle, On Swift Horses premiered at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, 2024, and is set for a U.S. release on April 25, 2025, by Sony Pictures Classics.
Where Was On Swift Horses Filmed?
Filming for On Swift Horses took place in Los Angeles, California, a location known for its diverse filming environments that can double for various settings.
Los Angeles, California
Filming for On Swift Horses was officially confirmed to have begun in Los Angeles on February 28, 2023. As a city with a rich cinematic history, Los Angeles provides a versatile backdrop, allowing filmmakers to recreate both the California and Nevada settings depicted in the story. While specific filming sites have not been disclosed, the city’s mix of urban and desert landscapes makes it an ideal stand-in for the novel’s locations, including San Diego and Las Vegas.
When Did the Filming of On Swift Horses Take Place?
Principal photography for On Swift Horses started on February 28, 2023, in Los Angeles.
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FAQ
Q: What is On Swift Horses about?
A: The film follows a young couple, Muriel and Lee, as they start a new life in California after Lee returns from the Korean War. Their journey takes unexpected turns when Lee’s younger brother, Julius, chooses to explore Las Vegas, where he falls in love with a male co-worker named Henry. Meanwhile, Muriel develops her own secret passion for gambling and a relationship with her neighbor, Sandra.
Q: Who stars in On Swift Horses?
A: The film features a cast that includes Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jacob Elordi, Will Poulter, Diego Calva, and Sasha Calle.
Q: Who directed On Swift Horses?
A: The movie was directed by Daniel Minahan, with a screenplay by Bryce Kass, adapted from Shannon Pufahl’s 2019 novel.
Q: When will On Swift Horses be released?
A: The film had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, 2024, and will be released in the United States on April 25, 2025, by Sony Pictures Classics.