Perfect drama hailed as “one of the best British movies of 2025” is now available to watch at home

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Okay, so I finally checked out I Swear, and wow, it’s really good! It stars Maxine Peake and Robert Aramayo, and honestly, the acting is incredible. It’s based on a true story, which makes it even more powerful, and everyone’s been raving about it all year. It’s now available to stream at home in the UK, so I definitely recommend giving it a watch if you’re looking for a compelling drama.

This drama is based on the real life of John Davidson (played by Aramayo and Scott Ellis Watson), a teenager from Galashiels, Scotland, who was diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome.

The film stars Imelda Staunton as John’s close friend, Dottie Achenbach, and Peter Mullan as his employer, Tommy Trotter. It follows John’s challenging life as he grows up and eventually becomes an inspiring activist.

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Okay, so I just saw that I Swear is finally out for us to watch at home! If you didn’t get a chance to see it in theaters last October, you can rent it on Amazon for £15.99 or buy it for £19.99. They’ve got three versions – Standard, High Definition, and Ultra-High Definition, so you can pick the one that fits your setup.

Kirk Jones wrote and directed the film, which has been highly praised since it first screened at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. Currently, 100% of critics on Rotten Tomatoes recommend it, based on 28 reviews.

Digital Spy praised the film I Swear, calling it a funny, moving, and important movie – one of the best British films of the year. The review specifically highlighted Aramayo’s performance as a standout, potentially launching their career to new heights.

Because the story really helps you connect with John as a person, the ending – when he finally gets to visit a library – is incredibly emotional and likely to make everyone cry, we explained.

According to The Independent, I Swear successfully fits into the British tradition of heartwarming stories about ordinary people, but it does so without overly simplifying or sensationalizing the real-life experiences of Davidson just to make it more uplifting.

I just love Davidson! A lot of that comes down to the actor Aramayo – he’s so genuinely sweet and believable. But honestly, the movie feels really polished too, like the script was crafted perfectly by Kirk Jones. It all just works together to make Davidson so likeable.

According to Time Out, the film is empathetic, humorous, and debunks common misconceptions, allowing viewers to find humor in the situation while remaining sympathetic to the central figure. The Guardian similarly lauded the film as both captivating and compassionate.

I Swear is available to buy or rent now.

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2025-11-24 17:19