Bird on a Wire movie poster

Bird on a Wire

"He’s every woman’s dream and one woman’s nightmare."

May 18, 1990 1h 50m 6.2/10 (1,004 votes)

Originally released in 1990. Bird on a Wire is a action/adventure film. directed by John Badham.

Starring Mel Gibson, Goldie Hawn, and David Carradine

Synopsis

An FBI informant has kept his new identity secret for 15 years. Now an old flame has recognised him, and the bad guys are back for revenge.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 18, 1990 35 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
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User Rating 6.2/10 Good (1,004 votes)
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Budget $20M Production budget
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Box Office $138.7M 6.9x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$138,697,012

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures
  • Interscope Communications
  • The Badham-Cohen Group

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bird on a Wire about?

An FBI informant has kept his new identity secret for 15 years. Now an old flame has recognised him, and the bad guys are back for revenge.

Who directed Bird on a Wire?

Bird on a Wire was directed by John Badham.

How long is Bird on a Wire?

Bird on a Wire has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was Bird on a Wire released?

Bird on a Wire was released on May 18, 1990 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bird on a Wire?

The main cast of Bird on a Wire includes Mel Gibson, Goldie Hawn, David Carradine, Bill Duke, Stephen Tobolowsky.

Is Bird on a Wire worth watching?

Bird on a Wire has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 1,004 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.