Lily James, founder Whitney Wolfe Herd, will be shown in the film “Swiped”, know when it will be released.
The story of Bumble is coming to the screen!
The story of Whitney Wolfe Herd, who revolutionized the world of online dating, is now coming to Hulu.
The film titled “Swiped” will star talented actress Lily James in the lead role.
The recently released trailer highlights a major problem – the unsolicited sexual images women receive, or as the film calls it – “Tinder’s pervasive dick pics”.
The journey from college to corporate
The trailer shows how Whitney, a recent college graduate, helps create Tinder.
But she soon realizes that her harassment complaints are being ignored.
Eventually, she is pushed out by male executives.
Faced with sexism and a toxic work environment, she decides to fight back.
“We have to change the rules of online dating”
Whitney’s statement becomes the key mantra of the film.
She launches Bumble – an app that empowers women to send the first message.
This revolutionary idea changes the world of dating forever.
Starcast and Release Details
Directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg, the film also stars talented actors like Dan Stevens, Myha’la, Jackson White and Clea DuVall apart from Lily James.
“Swiped” will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 9, 2025 and will be available for streaming on Hulu from September 19, 2025.
An inspirational story
This film is not just the story of a dating app, but the story of one woman’s courage and determination.
Whitney raised her voice not only for herself but for every woman who has ever faced trouble online.
She created a platform where women can feel safe and date on their own terms.
“Swiped” is not just a business success story, it tells how one person’s vision can change an entire industry.
Whitney Wolfe Herd’s story reminds us all that by facing challenges and sticking to our principles, we can truly change the world.