Nickelodeon has revealed the star studded cast for its upcoming movie SWINDLE. The lineup features Jennette McCurdy and Noah Munck from iCarly, Ariana Grande from Victorious, Noah Crawford and Chris O Neal from How to Rock, and Ciara Bravo from Big Time Rush. Fans across North America are buzzing as details surface about the project.
SWINDLE reimagines Gordon Korman’s popular children’s book of the same name. Korman is also known for the Island trilogy and the second book in The 39 Clues series. In the story, Griffin is duped by a cunning swindler who misleads him about the true value of his million dollar baseball card. Griffin is determined to recover the card and assembles a group of four classmates to outsmart the collector, setting the stage for action and adventure that keeps turning the screws on the bad guy.
Production moved to Vancouver where filming took place, and the project marks Nickelodeon continues to favor Canadian locations for family friendly adventures that reach North American audiences. SWINDLE is scheduled to air on Nickelodeon in 2014, aligning with the network’s strategy to present fresh adaptations of popular youth literature to young viewers across the United States and Canada.
Behind the scenes, the cast brings a familiar chemistry. McCurdy and Munck gained fame on iCarly, Grande has built a parallel career as a pop star and actor, and Bravo has impressed audiences on Big Time Rush. The blend of television veterans and film ready performers promises an energetic performance that resonates with younger viewers while drawing in families. The film emphasizes teamwork, resourcefulness, and the humor that comes with a kid on a mission to reclaim a priceless card.
Gordon Korman’s book is a brisk caper that balances light humor with clever twists. Griffin’s pursuit of the baseball card becomes a lesson in loyalty and problem solving, as the four classmates work to outwit the swindler and safeguard Griffin’s interest. The adaptation aims to translate that spirit to screen with visual energy and crisp dialogue, keeping the pace fast and the stakes clear for a family audience.
Overall SWINDLE represents Nickelodeon’s ongoing effort to translate beloved children’s literature into screen experiences that appeal to both Canadian and American families. Filming in Vancouver and a 2014 television premiere positioned the project as a cross-border event, inviting viewers who enjoy a clever heist with heart and humor. For fans of Korman’s work and for newcomers drawn to a lively, youth-led adventure, SWINDLE offered a bridge between page and screen, with a promise of enduring appeal beyond a single season or film.
Source notes indicate the adaptation draws directly from Gordon Korman’s original work, with the author recognized for laying the groundwork for a genuine adventure where friendship and ingenuity prevail. The project stands as a reminder that popular literature can spark fresh screen stories, especially when young actors carry the energy and wit that such tales demand.