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The Big Year

6.020111h 42mPGMovieComedy

Three fanatical bird-watchers spend an entire year competing to spot the highest number of species as El Nino sends an extraordinary variety of rare breeds flying up into the U.S., but they quickly discover that there are more important things than coming out on top of the competition.

DirectorDavid Frankel
WriterHoward Franklin
ProducersStuart Cornfeld·Curtis Hanson

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Frankel

SMSteve Martin
Steve Martin
Stu Preissler
JBJack Black
Jack Black
Brad Harris
OWOwen Wilson
Owen Wilson
Kenny Bostick
BDBrian Dennehy
Brian Dennehy
Raymond Harris
AHAnjelica Huston
Anjelica Huston
Annie Auklet
RJRashida Jones
Rashida Jones
Ellie
RPRosamund Pike
Rosamund Pike
Jessica
DWDianne Wiest
Dianne Wiest
Brenda Harris
JWJoBeth Williams
JoBeth Williams
Edith
AAAnthony Anderson
Anthony Anderson
Bill Clemont
CBCorbin Bernsen
Corbin Bernsen
Gil Gordon
BHBarry Shabaka Henley
Barry Shabaka Henley
Dr. Neil Kramer

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The Big Year — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Big Year?

The Big Year is streaming on Disney Plus in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Big Year on Netflix?

No, The Big Year is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is The Big Year on Amazon Prime Video?

The Big Year isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Big Year for free?

The Big Year is available on Disney Plus in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Big Year based on a true story?

Yes — The Big Year is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).