The Swap (2016 movie)

The Swap is a 2016 American television teen film that premiered on Disney Channel as a part of the network's annual "Monstober" event on October 7, 2016. The film is based on the young adult novel of the same name written by Megan Shull and is written by Charlie Shahnaian and Shari Simpson and directed by Jay Karas. The movie stars Peyton List and Jacob Bertrand.

Plot
Frustrated at how complicated their lives have gotten, tenth graders Ellie O'Brien and Jack Malloy text each other wishing they had each other's seemingly easier lifestyle. When they swap bodies, Ellie and Jack must navigate complex family dynamics, bullies, and friendship snafus, all while trying to switch back before it's too late.

Cast

 * Peyton List as Ellie O'Brien
 * Jacob Bertrand as Jack Malloy
 * Darrin Rose as Francis Malloy
 * Claire Rankin as Summer O'Brien
 * Callan Potter as Gunner Malloy
 * Jesse Bostick as Stryker Malloy
 * Eliana Jones as Aspen Bishop
 * Kiana Madeira as Sassy Gaines
 * Kolton Stewart as Owen
 * James Godfrey as Porter Gibbs
 * Devyn Nekoda as Mackenzie Wick
 * Naomi Snieckus as Coach Carol
 * Linda Kash as Nurse Helen
 * Naya Liviah as Claire
 * Michael Fessaha as Ryan
 * Marcia Johnson as Dr. Baker
 * Valerie Descheneaux as Stylist
 * Danny Smith as Clerk
 * Mark Hickox as Badminton Coach

Ratings
During its premiere in the 8:00 PM time slot, The Swap attracted a total of 2.64 million viewers, with a 0.48 million-viewer rating for people aged 18–49.

Release
In addition to the TV release, the movie was also released more than 4 hours before on what we today know as DisneyNOW (formerly "watchDisney").