Director: Kirk Jones
Cast: Robert Aramayo, Maxine Peake, Shirley Henderson, Peter Mullan, Scott Ellis Watson
I Swear is a 2025 British-Irish biographical drama directed by Kirk Jones, telling the true story of John Davidson, a man who grew up with Tourette's syndrome in an era when the condition was barely understood, and whose life became an unlikely source of inspiration for those around him.
What is I Swear about?
John Davidson's childhood is marked by involuntary tics and outbursts that set him apart from classmates and leave adults baffled. In a time when Tourette's syndrome is virtually unknown to the medical establishment and the broader public, John faces daily misunderstanding and isolation. The film traces his journey from a confused, ostracised boy into a young adult who refuses to let his diagnosis define his limits. Through the loyalty of a small circle of supporters and his own stubborn determination, he begins to push back against a world that has no framework for who he is. The story is grounded in the emotional reality of living with a misunderstood neurological condition — the private humiliations, the small victories, and the slow, hard work of building a life on one's own terms.
Cast & crew
Robert Aramayo leads as John Davidson, bringing a physical precision and emotional depth to a role that demands both. Maxine Peake and Shirley Henderson appear in key supporting roles, adding considerable dramatic weight. Veteran character actor Peter Mullan is also among the cast, alongside Scott Ellis Watson, Sanjeev Kohli, Ron Donachie, and Steven Cree. Director Kirk Jones shapes the material with restraint and empathy.
Context & significance
For Persian-speaking viewers in the diaspora, stories of individuals navigating systems that were never designed for them carry a particular resonance. I Swear speaks to the experience of being misread — by institutions, by communities, by the people closest to you — and the quiet endurance that survival requires. The biographical format grounds this in lived truth rather than sentiment. The film is available on K-Time with a full Persian dub as well as Persian subtitles, making it fully accessible to viewers who prefer watching in their first language without compromising the original performances.
Where & how to watch
I Swear is available now on K-Time with a Persian dub and Persian subtitles. Watch on the web, on your TV, or on your phone — no VPN needed, no geo-blocking, no extra download required. Cancel anytime.