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Birdman of Alcatraz

7.519622h 27mNRMovieDramaCrimeHistory

After killing a prison guard, convict Robert Stroud faces life imprisonment in solitary confinement. Driven nearly mad by loneliness and despair, Stroud's life gains new meaning when he happens upon a helpless baby sparrow in the exercise…

DirectorJohn Frankenheimer
WriterGuy Trosper
ProducersHarold Hecht·Stuart Millar

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Cast · Directed by John Frankenheimer

BLBurt Lancaster
Burt Lancaster
Robert Stroud
KMKarl Malden
Karl Malden
Harvey Shoemaker
TRThelma Ritter
Thelma Ritter
Elizabeth Stroud
NBNeville Brand
Neville Brand
Bull Ransom
BFBetty Field
Betty Field
Stella Johnson
TSTelly Savalas
Telly Savalas
Feto Gomez
EOEdmond O'Brien
Edmond O'Brien
Tom Gaddis
HMHugh Marlowe
Hugh Marlowe
Roy Comstock
WBWhit Bissell
Whit Bissell
Dr. Ellis
CDCrahan Denton
Crahan Denton
Kramer
JWJames Westerfield
James Westerfield
Jess Younger
RBRobert Bailey
Robert Bailey
Reporter on Dock (uncredited)

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Birdman of Alcatraz — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Birdman of Alcatraz?

Birdman of Alcatraz is streaming on MGM, Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Birdman of Alcatraz on Netflix?

No, Birdman of Alcatraz is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on MGM and Hoopla.

Is Birdman of Alcatraz on Amazon Prime Video?

Birdman of Alcatraz isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Birdman of Alcatraz for free?

Birdman of Alcatraz is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.

Is Birdman of Alcatraz based on a true story?

Yes — Birdman of Alcatraz is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).