Birdsong (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2019, Birdsong is a fantasy, drama and music film directed by Hendrik Willemyns, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Tokyo. Asuka, a young cleaning lady working the night shift, is ready to pay a high price to achieve her dream of becoming a music star. She manages to perform on a TV-talent show, but all her sacrifices backfire when she is accused of murder and is forced to reveal all the details of the dark path she has followed until then.
Who’s in it. Birdsong stars Natsuko Haru as Asuka, Kazuhiko Kanayama as Ryo, Akaji Maro as Akira and Shinji Matsubayashi as Jin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Birdsong has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Birdsong page.
If you liked it. Fans of Birdsong tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Birdsong (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Birdsong change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Birdsong worth watching?
- Birdsong holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Birdsong?
- Birdsong stars Natsuko Haru, Kazuhiko Kanayama, Akaji Maro, Shinji Matsubayashi and Takamasa Suga.
- When was Birdsong released?
- Birdsong was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.