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Birdsong

7.020121 seasonTV SeriesDramaWar & Politics

As an English soldier fights in the horrific trenches of northern France, he is haunted by the memories of his forbidden love affair with a French woman.

WriterAbi Morgan
ProducersLucy Richer·Ann Skinner

Where to watch

7plus7plus
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Jan 22, 2012
E2
Episode 2
Jan 29, 2012

Cast

EREddie Redmayne
Eddie Redmayne
Stephen Wraysford
CPClémence Poésy
Clémence Poésy
Isabelle Azaire
MGMatthew Goode
Matthew Goode
Captain Gray
JMJoseph Mawle
Joseph Mawle
Jack Firebrace
RMRichard Madden
Richard Madden
Captain Weir
TTThomas Turgoose
Thomas Turgoose
Private Tipper
MD
Misi Dunai
Riley
GMGeorge MacKay
George MacKay
Private Douglas
SNSimon Nehan
Simon Nehan
Evans
RKRory Keenan
Rory Keenan
Private Brennan
DCDaniel Cerqueira
Daniel Cerqueira
Shaw
NMNicholas Moss
Nicholas Moss
RSM Price

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Birdsong — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Birdsong?

Birdsong is streaming on 7plus in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Birdsong on Netflix?

No, Birdsong is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on 7plus.

Is Birdsong on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Birdsong isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on 7plus instead.

Where can I watch Birdsong for free?

Birdsong is available to stream free (with ads) on 7plus in Australia.

How many seasons are in Birdsong?

Birdsong has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2012.

Are all episodes of Birdsong out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of Birdsong are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Birdsong?

No — Birdsong ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

What book is Birdsong based on?

Birdsong is based on Birdsong by Sebastian Faulks.