Switch(1991)
“Steve and Walter used to have a preference for blondes. Then Steve was murdered... and came back as one. Will being a woman make him a better man?”
Overview
Steve Brooks, a sexist womanizer, is killed by a group of his angry former lovers. In heaven, he makes a bargain with God for redemption and agrees to return to Earth. Once there, he must have a sincere relationship with a female and make her fall in love with him. If not, Steve's soul will become the property of the devil. But the devil hedges his bet, and Steve is reincarnated as a woman named Amanda Brooks.
Director
Blake Edwards
Studio
Cinema Plus
Revenue
$16M
Cast
Ellen Barkin
as Amanda Brooks
Jimmy Smits
as Walter Stone
JoBeth Williams
as Margo Brofman
Lorraine Bracco
as Sheila Faxton
Tony Roberts
as Arnold Freidkin
Perry King
as Steve Brooks
Bruce Payne
as The Devil
Lysette Anthony
as Liz
Victoria Mahoney
as Felicia
Basil Hoffman
as Higgins
Catherine Keener
as Steve's Secretary (Beth)
Kevin Kilner
as Dan Jones
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1991
Runtime
1h 44m
Language
English
Rating
5.9 / 10
Box Office
$16M
Production Companies
Cinema Plus • Beco Films • HBO Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Switch?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Switch (1991).
What is Switch about?▼
Steve Brooks, a sexist womanizer, is killed by a group of his angry former lovers. In heaven, he makes a bargain with God for redemption and agrees to return to Earth. Once there, he must have a sincere relationship with a female and make her fall in love with him. If not, Steve's soul will become the property of the devil. But the devil hedges his bet, and Steve is reincarnated as a woman named Amanda Brooks.
Who directed Switch?▼
Switch was directed by Blake Edwards and released in 1991. It is a fantasy, comedy film.
How long is Switch?▼
Switch has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
Who stars in Switch?▼
The cast of Switch includes Ellen Barkin as Amanda Brooks, Jimmy Smits as Walter Stone, JoBeth Williams as Margo Brofman, Lorraine Bracco as Sheila Faxton, Tony Roberts as Arnold Freidkin and more.
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