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Birdy

7.119842h MovieDramaWar

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?

DirectorAlan Parker
WritersSandy Kroopf·Jack Behr
ProducersDavid Manson·Alan Marshall

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Cast · Directed by Alan Parker

MMMatthew Modine
Matthew Modine
Birdy
NCNicolas Cage
Nicolas Cage
Sergeant Al Columbato
JHJohn Harkins
John Harkins
Doctor Major Weiss
SBSandy Baron
Sandy Baron
Mr. Columbato
KYKaren Young
Karen Young
Hannah Rourke
BKBruno Kirby
Bruno Kirby
Renaldi
NFNancy Fish
Nancy Fish
Mrs. Prevost
GBGeorge Buck
George Buck
Birdy's Father
DSDolores Sage
Dolores Sage
Birdy's Mother
PRPat Ryan
Pat Ryan
Joe Sagessa
JS
James Santini
Mario Columbato
MWMaud Winchester
Maud Winchester
Doris Robinson

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Birdy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Birdy?

Birdy is streaming on BFI Player and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Birdy on Netflix?

No, Birdy is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BFI Player and Now TV Cinema.

Is Birdy on Amazon Prime Video?

Birdy isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Birdy for free?

Birdy is available on BFI Player and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.