The Birds (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, The Birds is a drama film directed by Anders T. Andersen, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the award winning novel by Tarjei Vesaas, The Birds tells the tale of Mattis, a mentally disabled man cared for by his lonely older sister, Hege. Their everyday routine and isolated existence is interrupted when a lumberjack arrives at their lakeside cottage and falls in love with Hege, leaving Mattis fearful that he will lose his sister.
Who’s in it. The Birds stars Anders T. Andersen as Mattis, Andrine Sæther as Hege, Henrik Rafaelsen as Jørgen and Fridtjov Såheim, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Birds page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Birds tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Birds (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Birds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Birds?
- The Birds stars Anders T. Andersen, Andrine Sæther, Henrik Rafaelsen, Fridtjov Såheim and Marte Engebrigtsen.
- When was The Birds released?
- The Birds was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.