Biopic Swiped Stars Lily James as Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd

The upcoming biographical drama film "Swiped" stars Lily James as Whitney Wolfe Herd, the pioneering founder of the dating app Bumble. The film, directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg and written by Goldenberg, Bill Parker, and Kim Caramele, chronicles Wolfe Herd’s journey from a recent college graduate confronting the male-dominated tech industry to becoming the youngest female self-made billionaire after launching Bumble. "Swiped" explores her determination to empower women in online dating and reshape the industry by flipping traditional dynamics, highlighting both her professional challenges and personal growth. The ensemble cast includes Dan Stevens, Jackson White, Myha’la, and others, with Lily James also serving as a producer. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2025, before its exclusive streaming debut on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally on September 19, 2025. The story is loosely inspired by Wolfe Herd’s real-life career and aims to spotlight her impact on tech innovation and female empowerment.