The acclaimed British drama I Swear is set to expand its audience when it begins streaming on Netflix in the UK and Ireland on March 10, 2026.
The film arrives on the platform as part of StudioCanal’s first-window output deal with Netflix in those territories, giving subscribers early streaming access following its successful theatrical run.
TL;DR
BAFTA-winning British drama I Swear begins streaming on Netflix UK and Ireland on March 10, 2026. The film will release theatrically in the US on April 24, with Netflix US streaming expected later in 2026.
A Box Office Success in the UK
I Swear first premiered in UK cinemas on October 10, 2025, where it quickly emerged as a box-office success. The film grossed over $8 million domestically, an impressive figure for a character-driven British drama centered on real-life activism.
Its strong theatrical performance, combined with awards recognition including BAFTA wins, helped position it as one of the UK’s standout films of 2025.
The March 10 Netflix debut is expected to introduce the film to a broader streaming audience across the UK and Ireland.
US Release Plans
In the United States, I Swear will follow a more traditional release pattern.
Sony Pictures Classics is handling the US theatrical rollout, which is scheduled for April 24, 2026.
Based on Sony’s output arrangement with Netflix, the film is expected to land on Netflix US later in 2026, likely in the November to December window after completing its theatrical and pay-TV runs.
No official US streaming date has been announced yet.
The Story Behind I Swear
The film stars Robert Aramayo as real-life Tourette’s advocate John Davidson. The story traces Davidson’s life beginning with his appearance in the 1989 documentary John’s Not Mad, which introduced UK audiences to his experience living with Tourette syndrome at a time when public understanding was limited.
From that early media exposure, the film charts decades of stigma, personal challenges and activism in Scotland. It explores how Davidson transformed public perception through resilience and advocacy.
The supporting cast includes:
- Maxine Peake
- Shirley Henderson
- Peter Mullan
Their performances contribute to a grounded, emotionally driven portrayal of a real-life figure whose story spans decades.
A Notable Addition to Netflix’s UK Slate
The arrival of I Swear strengthens Netflix’s British film lineup, particularly in the prestige drama category. With BAFTA recognition and strong theatrical momentum, the film brings both awards credibility and proven audience interest.
For UK and Irish subscribers, March 10 marks the first opportunity to stream the drama at home.
For US audiences, the theatrical run in April will be the first chance to see the film, with streaming expected later in the year.
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