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IMDb rating 6.1
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Critic rating 7

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Critic Roger Ebert
rated 8

The movie is a genial comedy, but it has significant undertones.

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Critic Ian Nathan
rated 6

This light satire is unlikely to influence the forthcoming election, but Costner’s in fine fettle.

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Cast & Crew

Dennis Hopper
As Donald Greenleaf
Stanley Tucci
As Martin Fox
Kevin Costner
As Bud Johnson
Kelsey Grammer
As President Andrew Boone
Willie Nelson
As Willie Nelson

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In this heartwarming comedy-drama, a charming but aimless man named Bud Johnson (Kevin Costner) finds himself in the unlikely position of holding the fate of the presidential election in his hands. Despite his lack of interest in politics, Bud's daughter Mol Molly (Madeline Carroll) convinces him to take his civic duty seriously and vote. When Molly's attempt to vote on behalf of her father goes awry, Bud's vote becomes the deciding factor in the election. As both candidates and their campaign managers vie for his support, Bud must navigate the complex world of politics and make a decision that will change the course of history. Along the way, he learns to take responsibility for his life and earn the respect of his daughter. Will Bud make the right choice, or will he let the country down?

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Swing Vote include Larry Crowne, The Intouchables, New York, I Love You, Don Jon, The Wolf of Wall Street, No Reservations.

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Swing Vote was released in theaters on August 1, 2008.