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The Starling

6.920211h 43mMovieDrama

A woman adjusting to life after a loss contends with a feisty bird that's taken over her garden — and a husband who's struggling to find a way forward.

DirectorTheodore Melfi
WriterMatt Harris
ProducersZev Foreman·Gabby Revilla Lugo

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Theodore Melfi

MMMelissa McCarthy
Melissa McCarthy
Lilly Maynard
COChris O'Dowd
Chris O'Dowd
Jack Maynard
KKKevin Kline
Kevin Kline
Dr. Larry Fine
TOTimothy Olyphant
Timothy Olyphant
Travis Delp
DDDaveed Diggs
Daveed Diggs
Ben
SGSkyler Gisondo
Skyler Gisondo
Dickey
LHLaura Harrier
Laura Harrier
Sherri
KQKimberly Quinn
Kimberly Quinn
Regina
LDLoretta Devine
Loretta Devine
Velma
JGJesse Garcia
Jesse Garcia
Hector
EPEdi Patterson
Edi Patterson
Margie
ETEmily Tremaine
Emily Tremaine
Alice

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The Starling — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Starling?

The Starling is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada.

Is The Starling on Netflix?

Yes — The Starling is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Starling on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Starling isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch The Starling for free?

The Starling is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.