Blue Bird (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Series · ★ 5.8
Released in 1997, Blue Bird is a drama series.
What it’s about. A tale of tragic love between Yoshimori, a station employee at a quiet, rural station, and Kahori, the wife of the heir to a family fortune. When Kahori's husband uncovers their affair, the star-crossed lovers try to flee with Kahori's daughter. Their search for safety and happiness takes them across the nation, from Hokkaido to Kagoshima. Filmed on location, this is an unforgettable story of romance told against the backdrop of some of the most beautiful scenery in Japan. --TBS
Who’s in it. Blue Bird stars Etsushi Toyokawa as Yoshimori Shibata, Yui Natsukawa as Kahori Machimura, Anne Suzuki as Shiori Machimura and Maiko Yamada, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Blue Bird has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blue Bird page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blue Bird tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blue Bird (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blue Bird change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blue Bird worth watching?
- Blue Bird holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blue Bird?
- Blue Bird stars Etsushi Toyokawa, Yui Natsukawa, Anne Suzuki, Maiko Yamada and Hiromi Nagasaku.
- When was Blue Bird released?
- Blue Bird was released in 1997.