The Starling (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2021, The Starling is a comedy and drama film directed by Theodore Melfi, running about 103 minutes. “Hope Starts Small” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman adjusting to life after a loss contends with a feisty bird that's taken over her garden — and a husband who's struggling to find a way forward.
Who’s in it. The Starling stars Melissa McCarthy as Lilly Maynard, Chris O'Dowd as Jack Maynard, Kevin Kline as Dr Larry Fine and Timothy Olyphant as Travis Delp, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Starling has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Starling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Starling tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Starling (2021)?
- In US, The Starling is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Starling worth watching?
- The Starling holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Starling?
- The Starling stars Melissa McCarthy, Chris O'Dowd, Kevin Kline, Timothy Olyphant and Daveed Diggs.
- When was The Starling released?
- The Starling was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.