Birdsong (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film
Released in 2020, Birdsong is a notable film directed by Alastair Whatley, running about 135 minutes.
What it’s about. Birdsong tells a mesmerising story of love and courage, before and during the war. In pre-war France, a young Englishman, Stephen Wraysford, embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their worlds upside down. As the war breaks out, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep underground beneath the battle fields. Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war, Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle and the idyll of his former life as his world explodes around him.
Who’s in it. Birdsong stars Olivia Bernstone as Lisette Azaire, Madeleine Knight as Isabelle Azaire, Tim Treloar as Firebrace and Liam McCormick as Arthur Shaw, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Birdsong page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Birdsong (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Birdsong change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Birdsong?
- Birdsong stars Olivia Bernstone, Madeleine Knight, Tim Treloar, Liam McCormick and Poppy Roe.
- When was Birdsong released?
- Birdsong was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.