About this movie
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, 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.
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Quick facts
Year
1962
Runtime
2h 27m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.5/10
Votes
340
Genre
Drama, Crime, History
Director
Language
EN
Budget
$2.7M
Cast
prison
prisoner
rebel
difficult childhood
human animal relationship
alcatraz prison
ornithology
biography
solitary confinement
black and white
warden
birds
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Questions about Birdman of Alcatraz
How long is Birdman of Alcatraz?
Birdman of Alcatraz has a runtime of 2h 27m (2 hours and 27 minutes).
Who directed Birdman of Alcatraz?
Birdman of Alcatraz was directed by John Frankenheimer and released in 1962.
What genre is Birdman of Alcatraz?
Birdman of Alcatraz is a Drama, Crime, History film (1962).
Who stars in Birdman of Alcatraz?
The cast of Birdman of Alcatraz includes Burt Lancaster, Karl Malden, Thelma Ritter, Neville Brand, Betty Field.
What is the TMDB rating for Birdman of Alcatraz?
Birdman of Alcatraz has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 based on 340 votes.
