The Firebird (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1934, The Firebird is a drama, mystery and romance film directed by William Dieterle, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. Prohibited from seeing her actor sweetheart Herman Brandt by her tyrannical parents, sweet young Vienesse lass Mariette defies authority by regularly visiting Brandt's downstairs apartment. The lovers' signal is a song called "The Firebird," which Brandt sings whenever he wants Mariette to visit him. When the actor is murdered, poor Mariette and her parents are prime suspects. But the truth is a bit more complicated than that, involving as it does a haughty aristocrat, a powerful diplomat and a most unusual "candid camera" device.
Who’s in it. The Firebird stars Verree Teasdale as Carola Pointer, Ricardo Cortez as Herman Brandt, Lionel Atwill as John Pointer and Anita Louise as Mariette Pointer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Firebird 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 Firebird page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Firebird tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Firebird (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Firebird change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Firebird worth watching?
- The Firebird holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Firebird?
- The Firebird stars Verree Teasdale, Ricardo Cortez, Lionel Atwill, Anita Louise and C. Aubrey Smith.
- When was The Firebird released?
- The Firebird was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.