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Birdy

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

December 14, 1984 2h 0m 7.1/10 (550 votes)

Originally released in 1984. Birdy is a drama/war film. directed by Alan Parker. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, and John Harkins

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?

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 14, 1984 41 years ago
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Runtime 2h 0m 120 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (550 votes)
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Budget $12M Production budget
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Box Office $1.4M 0.1x 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
$12,000,000
Revenue
$1,400,000

Production Companies

  • TriStar Pictures
  • A&M Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birdy about?

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 frie...

Who directed Birdy?

Birdy was directed by Alan Parker.

How long is Birdy?

Birdy has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).

When was Birdy released?

Birdy was released on December 14, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Birdy?

The main cast of Birdy includes Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, John Harkins, Sandy Baron, Karen Young.

Is Birdy worth watching?

Birdy has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 550 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.