Bird
""There are no second acts in American lives.""
Originally released in 1988. Bird is a drama/music film. directed by Clint Eastwood. With a runtime of 2h 41m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Forest Whitaker, Diane Venora, and Michael Zelniker
Synopsis
Saxophone player Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker comes to New York in 1940 and is quickly noticed for his remarkable way of playing. He becomes a drug addict but his loving wife Chan tries to help him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
2h 41m
161 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (343 votes)
Budget
$9M
Production budget
Box Office
$2M
0.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $9,000,000
- Revenue
- $2,000,000
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Malpaso Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bird about?
Saxophone player Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker comes to New York in 1940 and is quickly noticed for his remarkable way of playing. He becomes a drug addict but his loving wife Chan tries to help him.
Who directed Bird?
Bird was directed by Clint Eastwood.
How long is Bird?
Bird has a runtime of 2 hours and 41 minutes (161 minutes total).
When was Bird released?
Bird was released on June 1, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bird?
The main cast of Bird includes Forest Whitaker, Diane Venora, Michael Zelniker, Samuel E. Wright, Keith David.
Is Bird worth watching?
Bird has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 343 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.