


Film · Released
Birdman of Alcatraz
“Inside the rock called Alcatraz they tried to chain a volcano they called 'The Bird Man'!”
Birdman of Alcatraz at a glance
Birdman of Alcatraz is a 1962 drama and crime film, running 2h 27m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1962-07-04
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
- Genres
- Drama, Crime, History
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.5 / 10 · 369 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmAfter killing a prison guard, convict Robert Stroud faces life imprisonment in solitary confinement. Driven nearly mad by loneliness and despair, Stroud's life gains new meaning when he happens upon a helpless baby sparrow in the exercise yard and nurses it back to health. Despite having only a third grade education, Stroud goes on to become a renowned ornithologist and achieves a greater sense of freedom and purpose behind bars than most people find in the outside world.
Cast
14 names
Burt LancasterRobert Stroud
Karl MaldenHarvey Shoemaker
Thelma RitterElizabeth Stroud
Neville BrandBull Ransom
Betty FieldStella Johnson
Telly SavalasFeto Gomez
Edmond O'BrienTom Gaddis
Hugh MarloweRoy Comstock
Whit BissellDr. Ellis
Crahan DentonKramer
James WesterfieldJess Younger
Robert BaileyReporter on Dock (uncredited)Questions about Birdman of Alcatraz
Quick answersWhere can I watch Birdman of Alcatraz in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Birdman of Alcatraz is listed on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Birdman of Alcatraz suitable for children?
Birdman of Alcatraz is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is Birdman of Alcatraz about?
After killing a prison guard, convict Robert Stroud faces life imprisonment in solitary confinement. Driven nearly mad by loneliness and despair, Stroud's life gains new meaning when he happens upon a helpless baby sparrow in the exercise yard and nurses it back to health. Despite having only a third grade education,…
How long is Birdman of Alcatraz?
Birdman of Alcatraz runs for 2h 27m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Birdman of Alcatraz trailer?
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