Jailbirds

2016·Movie
1h 38min
59
DecentGoodWatch score

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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Jailbirds fingerprint

Strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Dark Humor2
  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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You want something to laugh atYou need an uplifting mood

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About

In order to save the man she loves from jail, Mathilde takes his place by helping his break-out. While she exclusively relies on him to survive in this prison setting, Mathilde has not heard from him since her imprisonment. Isolated, with her son as her only support, she is now identified by the inmate number 383205-B. Will Mathilde become a convict like any other one?
Prison DramaFemale ProtagonistSacrificeSurvivalIsolationPsychological TensionSocial CommentaryClass StruggleEmotional Depth

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Jailbirds

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Jailbirds legally?

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Is Jailbirds worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Jailbirds rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Jailbirds?

1 h 38 min

Jailbirds runs 1 h 38 min.

What language is Jailbirds in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Jailbirds?

9FRITKRLUPLSMVABEBR

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jailbirds in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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