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The Starling

2021Movie1 h 43 minPG-13

Drama
46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4Metacritic316.6Rotten Tomatoes19%72%

A deeply moving, melancholic drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares or laughs.

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Story

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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.

Feels like

  • Emotional Drama
  • Grief and Healing
  • Family Relationships
  • Resilience
  • Suburban Setting
  • Bittersweet
  • Character-Driven
  • Melancholy Tone
  • Heartfelt

Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Theodore Melfi
Written by
Matt Harris
Produced by
Theodore Melfi, Kimberly Quinn, Dylan Sellers
Music by
Benjamin Wallfisch

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Facts

September 17, 2021 · 1 h 43 min · PG-13

Released
September 17, 2021
Runtime
1 h 43 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Canada, United States
Available in
131 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Starling?"

Questions about The Starling

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Starling?

Netflix

In the United States, The Starling streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is The Starling worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 19%, and Metacritic 31). Audiences rate it higher (67 out of 100) than critics (25).

Is The Starling okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Starling good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Starling plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.