38 Parrots (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 6.7

38 Parrots poster

Released in 1976, 38 Parrots is a family and animation film directed by Ivan Ufimtsev, running about 8 minutes. “I am much longer in parrots!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Parrot, Monkey and Elephant are excited to understand how long their friend Boa is. They finally arrive to the result, though it is measured in quite a strange fashion.

Who’s in it. 38 Parrots stars Vasiliy Livanov as Boa (voice), Nadezhda Rumyantseva as Monkey (voice), Vsevolod Larionov as Parrot (voice) and Mikhail Kozakov as Elephant (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, 38 Parrots has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 38 Parrots page.

If you liked it. Fans of 38 Parrots tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 38 Parrots (1976)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 38 Parrots change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 38 Parrots worth watching?
38 Parrots holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 38 Parrots?
38 Parrots stars Vasiliy Livanov, Nadezhda Rumyantseva, Vsevolod Larionov and Mikhail Kozakov.
When was 38 Parrots released?
38 Parrots was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.