The Tick and the Bird (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 2002, The Tick and the Bird is a documentary film, running about 51 minutes.
What it’s about. Once upon a time there was a tick. A female tick that lived buried deep in the feathers of a Laysan Albatross. Together, they travelled across the sprawling north of the Pacific Ocean, between the Hawaiian and the Aleutian Island.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Tick and the Bird sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tick and the Bird page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tick and the Bird tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tick and the Bird (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tick and the Bird change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tick and the Bird worth watching?
- The Tick and the Bird holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Tick and the Bird released?
- The Tick and the Bird was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 51 minutes.