The Strange Bird (1911): cast, story & where to watch
1911 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1911, The Strange Bird is a drama and romance film directed by Urban Gad, running about 45 minutes. “A Love Tragedy in the Spreewald” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vacationing in Germany, May falls for boatman Max. Her father disapproves and during a night of romance between the young couple Max drowns.
Who’s in it. The Strange Bird stars Asta Nielsen as Miss May Wolton, Hans Mierendorff as Sir Arthur Wolton, Louis Ralph as Herbert Bruce and Eugenie Werner as Miss Hobbs, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Strange Bird has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Strange Bird page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Strange Bird tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strange Bird (1911)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Strange Bird change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Strange Bird worth watching?
- The Strange Bird holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Strange Bird?
- The Strange Bird stars Asta Nielsen, Hans Mierendorff, Louis Ralph, Eugenie Werner and Carl Clewing.
- When was The Strange Bird released?
- The Strange Bird was released in 1911, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.