Bird Box (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2018, Bird Box is a thriller, drama, horror and science fiction film directed by Susanne Bier, running about 124 minutes. “Never lose sight of survival” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Five years after an ominous unseen presence drives most of society to suicide, a survivor and her two children make a desperate bid to reach safety.
Who’s in it. Bird Box stars Sandra Bullock as Malorie Hayes, Trevante Rhodes as Tom, Jacki Weaver as Cheryl and Rosa Salazar as Lucy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Bird Box has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bird Box page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bird Box tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bird Box (2018)?
- In US, Bird Box is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bird Box worth watching?
- Bird Box holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bird Box?
- Bird Box stars Sandra Bullock, Trevante Rhodes, Jacki Weaver, Rosa Salazar and Danielle Macdonald.
- When was Bird Box released?
- Bird Box was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.