Birdy

A soaring experience unlike anything you've ever seen before.

19842h 0m7.1(597 votes)

DramaWar

Synopsis

Two young men are seriously affected by the Vietnam War. One of them has always been obsessed with birds - but now believes he really is a bird, and has been sent to a mental hospital. Can his friend help him pull through?

Birdy (1984) is a drama and war film directed by Alan Parker. It stars Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, and John Harkins. The film runs for 2 hours. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.1 out of 10 from 597 votes.

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Director

Alan Parker

Cast

Matthew Modine

Birdy

Nicolas Cage

Sergeant Al Columbato

John Harkins

Doctor Major Weiss

Sandy Baron

Mr. Columbato

Karen Young

Hannah Rourke

Bruno Kirby

Renaldi

Nancy Fish

Mrs. Prevost

Trailer

Is Birdy Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of drama and war, Birdy is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About Birdy

Where can I watch Birdy?

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Who stars in Birdy?

Birdy stars Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, John Harkins, and Sandy Baron, and was directed by Alan Parker.

How long is Birdy?

Birdy has a runtime of 2 hours.

When did Birdy come out?

Birdy was released in 1984.

What genre is Birdy?

Birdy is a drama and war film.

Is Birdy worth watching?

Birdy holds an average audience score of 7.1 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.