‘Swimming With Men’ Exclusive Clip: Synchronized Swimming Has Never Been So Cringeworthy & Hilarious

There have been plenty of films that tackle the very real issue of a mid-life crisis. Normally, those films feature men buying sports cars, getting a fake tan, and perhaps a younger significant other. However, in the new IFC Films release “Swimming with Men,” when Eric goes through his mid-life crisis, he decides the best way to tackle this time in his life is by doing something different — joining an all-male synchronized swimming group.

And in honor of the film’s impending release in theaters and VOD, we are lucky enough to present an exclusive clip from the film that shows the sheer “skill” on display by this group of swimmers. Sure, the folks in attendance at this party aren’t super impressed by the slightly uncoordinated effort, but these men sure do have heart!

As you can see from the exclusive clip, “Swimming with Men” isn’t attempting to be the most serious film of the season. If it wasn’t obvious by the synopsis, the film is definitely going for that off-beat humor, with a heavy dose of fully-intended cringe.

“Swimming with Men” stars Rob Brydon, Rupert Graves, and Thomas Turgoose. The film is directed by Oliver Parker, who is probably best known for his films “Dad’s Army,” “Dorian Gray,” and “Johnny English Reborn.” The comedy is written by Aschlin Ditta.

“Swimming with Men” hits theaters and VOD on December 7.

Here’s the synopsis for the film:

His job is a drag, his wife may be cheating on him, and he’s not getting any younger. Accountant Eric (Rob Brydon) is simply treading water when he discovers a newfound sense of purpose thanks to an unexpected source: a group of similarly stuck-in-a-rut guys who have found camaraderie and self-worth through synchronized swimming. Sure, they may be a bit paunchy, but they’re determined to prove they have what it takes to be a whirling, twirling, scissor-kicking aquatic dream team. And they’ve set their sights on the ultimate prize: the world championship. Showcasing the sharp wit of The Trip series’ Rob Brydon, Swimming With Men is a big-hearted, delightfully offbeat ode to answering your calling, no matter where you are in life.