Blackbird (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film
Released in 2013, Blackbird is a drama film directed by Jamie Chambers, running about 90 minutes. “Between a glorious tradition and an empty future.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young ballad singer Ruadhan watches in distress as the traditional fabric of life in his small Scottish village is inexorably eroded. With fish dying and no jobs on land, the young people are escaping to the cities. Meanwhile, the old people of the town, to whom Ruadhan feels closest and whose traditions he wants to preserve, are dying off.
Who’s in it. Blackbird stars Andrew Rothney as Ruadhan, Scarlett Mack as Amy, Patrick Wallace as Calum and Sheila Stewart as Lorna, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blackbird page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blackbird tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blackbird (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blackbird change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Blackbird?
- Blackbird stars Andrew Rothney, Scarlett Mack, Patrick Wallace, Sheila Stewart and Norman Maclean.
- When was Blackbird released?
- Blackbird was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.