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Bird (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Bird is a 2024 drama directed by Andrea Arnold, starring Franz Rogowski as Bird, Barry Keoghan and Jasmine Jobson. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and earned $1.9 million worldwide. It earned 3 award nominations, including Best Supporting Actor at the IFTA Awards 2025. Critics gave it 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10.

IMDb rating
7.0/10
worldwide gross
$1.9M
award nominations
3
Echo Score
77
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Bird (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 59m (119 min)
Director
Andrea Arnold
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
Studio
BBC Film
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Bird About?

The premise of Bird without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Twelve-year-old Bailey lives with her father, Bug, and brother, Hunter, in a squat in North Kent. As Bailey approaches puberty, she seeks attention and adventure, as her father is often preoccupied and unable to provide the care she needs.

Bird Themes & Keywords

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  • menstruation
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Cast & crew

Bird Cast & Characters

Franz Rogowski leads the cast as Bird, with Barry Keoghan as Bug and Jasmine Jobson as Peyton. Directed by Andrea Arnold; 6 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Bird

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From the director

More from Andrea Arnold

More films directed by Andrea Arnold, best-rated first: Fish Tank, American Honey, Cow and Red Road.

Full filmography
Ratings

Bird Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Bird 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 77/100, strongest in character & emotion (85) and weakest in story & flow (65).

77 /100

Bird Echo Score Breakdown

Bird offers a compelling emotional core through its vivid portrayal of adolescence, though its narrative cohesion occasionally falters. Critics highlight the film’s capacity to evoke wonder and empathy, praising its poetic visual approach and affecting performances. However, some argue that symbolic elements and plot threads do not fully coalesce. The mixture of heartfelt moments and structural unevenness yields a distinctive but imperfect coming-of-age experience.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of art and craft, Bird excels in its visual presentation, often framing everyday moments with poetic precision. Observers applaud its inventive use of a smartphone-like aspect ratio and a free-roving handheld camera that imbues scenes with raw immediacy. Some critics note occasional unevenness in formal cohesion, yet the film’s consistent aesthetic vision remains a defining asset. Ultimately, its crafted imagery sustains an immersive visual identity.

  • Character & Emotion 85

    When it comes to character and emotion, Bird is buoyed by sensitive performances that infuse depth into its young protagonists. Viewers emphasize Nykiya Adams’s restrained portrayal and Franz Rogowski’s enigmatic presence, which together create compelling chemistry. The film’s empathetic focus on youthful angst and tenderness resonates strongly in multiple scenes. As a result, its character work emerges as a central strength, anchoring the narrative with genuine emotional weight.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of story and flow, Bird offers moments of vivid engagement but sometimes struggles with coherence. Critics note a blend of gritty realism and lyrical symbolism, yet some symbolic threads fail to fully integrate into the central narrative. The pacing alternates between meditative sequences and abrupt tonal shifts, creating intermittent disjunction. Overall, the film’s originality shines through, though its structural unevenness tempers narrative satisfaction.

  • Sensory Experience 75

    When it comes to sensory experience, Bird’s visual style is consistently praised for its intimate framing and textured cinematography. Observers highlight the film’s use of handheld camera work to convey immediacy and emotional undercurrents. While commentary on score and sound design is limited, the overall audio-visual presentation supports the immersive atmosphere. Consequently, the sensory execution enhances the film’s emotional impact through cohesive visual and aural elements.

  • Rewatch Factor 70

    In terms of rewatch factor, Bird offers a rewarding viewing experience for audiences drawn to atmospheric and character-driven narratives. Multiple critics remark on the film’s emotional layers and subtle thematic depth, suggesting value in repeated viewings. However, the uneven story structure and occasional narrative ambiguity may limit universal appeal on subsequent watches. Overall, the film retains enough intrigue and evocative imagery to warrant further exploration by attentive viewers.

Plot

Bird Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Bird from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Twelve-year-old Bailey finds herself living in a crumbling building alongside her father, Bug, and half-brother, Hunter. One fateful day, Bug surprises everyone by announcing his engagement to Kayley, a woman he has known for just three months, and declares their wedding will take place the following Saturday. This shocking revelation infuriates Bailey, leading her to vow that she will not attend the ceremony and storm out in indignation.

Full summary

The whole story of Bird, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Bird Box Office

Bird grossed $1.9 million worldwide. $147,838 came from the US and Canada and $1.8 million (92%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.9M

US & Canada
$147.8K
International
$1.8M
US & Canada 8% Rest of the world 92%
Awards

Bird Awards & Nominations

Bird earned 3 award nominations, including Best Supporting Actor at the IFTA Awards 2025. The 3 nominations come from 3 ceremonies.

3 nominations3 ceremonies

Videos

Bird Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 2 trailers, 1 clip and 1 featurette.

Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer #2
  • Clip Official Clip
  • Featurette Video essay: “Andrea Arnold: Birds of Her Feather”
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Bird?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What is the name of Bailey's father in the movie?

Cars

Cars in Bird

52 cars on screen, including the Honda FMX 650 and the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C 180 S205.

All 52 cars
  • Honda FMX 650 in Bird Honda FMX 650 Important role
  • 2015 Mercedes-Benz C 180 S205 in Bird 2015 Mercedes-Benz C 180 S205 Important role
  • 2005 Nissan Navara in Bird 2005 Nissan Navara Important role
  • 1999 Seat Toledo in Bird 1999 Seat Toledo Important role
Details

Bird Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “Pássaro” and “پرنده”.

Also known as
  • Pássaro
  • پرنده
  • 女孩與鳥
  • Putns
  • Птица
  • 베일리와 버드
  • 鸟
  • Kuş
  • בירד
  • Ptáče, ჩიტი
  • Paukštis
  • Lind
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  • Птах

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FAQ

Bird FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Bird, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Bird?

Bird runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

When was Bird released?

Bird was released on November 8, 2024.

Who directed Bird?

Bird was directed by Andrea Arnold.

More films by Andrea Arnold

Who is in the cast of Bird?

Bird stars Franz Rogowski as Bird, Barry Keoghan as Bug and Jasmine Jobson as Peyton, among 6 credited actors.

How much did Bird make at the box office?

Bird grossed $1.9 million worldwide ($147,838 domestic, $1.8 million international).

How is Bird rated?

Bird has 7.0/10 on IMDb, 74 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.

Was Bird nominated for any awards?

Bird received 3 nominations across 3 ceremonies.

Does Bird have a post-credit scene?

No. Bird has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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