The Birdwatcher

2016·Movie
1h 26min
68
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

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The Birdwatcher fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

A single mother of two, after being diagnosed with cancer, embarks on a journey to re-connect with her estranged birth mother.
Family ReconciliationCancer DramaEmotional JourneyContemporary RealismCharacter-DrivenMother-Daughter RelationshipRedemptionHopeful EndingMelancholy Tone

Crew

Directed by:
Siobhan Devine
Written by:
Roslyn Muir
Produced by:
Siobhan Devine, Roslyn Muir

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Birdwatcher

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Where can I stream The Birdwatcher legally?

PrimeFandango at Home FreeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

The Birdwatcher is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Birdwatcher worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Birdwatcher?

1 h 26 min

The Birdwatcher runs 1 h 26 min.

What language is The Birdwatcher in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch The Birdwatcher?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Birdwatcher in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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