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Spread Your Wings (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Spread Your Wings is a 2019 adventure family film directed by Nicolas Vanier, starring Jean-Paul Rouve as Christian, Dominique Pinon and Ingar Helge Gimle. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes and earned $12.7 million worldwide on a $11.9 million budget. Its Echo Score is 82/100.

worldwide gross
$12.7M
Echo Score
82
budget
$11.9M
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Spread Your Wings (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 53m (113 min)
Director
Nicolas Vanier
Genres
Adventure , Family
Original language
French
Studio
SND
Budget
$11.9M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Spread Your Wings About?

The premise of Spread Your Wings without spoilers.

A visionary scientist, Christian, dedicates his life to studying wild geese. His teenage son, however, finds the prospect of a wilderness holiday with his father deeply unappealing, preferring video games. Their relationship is tested when Christian proposes a unique and ambitious project: saving an endangered species of geese using an ultralight aircraft. This sets them off on an incredible and perilous journey, forcing them to confront their differences and work together.

Spread Your Wings Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • wild geese
  • 2010s
  • teenager
  • teenage boy
  • playing a video game
  • holidays
  • summer holidays
  • museum
  • natural history museum
  • endangered animal
  • camargue
  • horse
+38 more
  • stamp
  • binoculars
  • view through binoculars
  • mayor
  • politics
  • egg
  • counterfeit
  • goose
  • bird
  • laptop computer
  • father son relationship
  • separated couple
  • cell phone
  • telephone call
  • swamp
  • ultralight aircraft
  • rifle
  • vaccination
  • arctic
  • watching a video
  • watching a video on a cellphone
  • tent
  • lake
  • walkie talkie
  • child pilot
  • child flying airplane
  • wildlife
  • hospital
  • watching tv
  • newspaper
  • campfire
  • reference to iron maiden
  • flying
  • son
  • punishment
  • contraband
  • disguise
  • diving
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Cast & crew

Spread Your Wings Cast & Characters

Jean-Paul Rouve leads the cast as Christian, with Dominique Pinon as Pichon and Ingar Helge Gimle as Johansen. Directed by Nicolas Vanier; 24 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Nicolas Vanier

More films directed by Nicolas Vanier: The World Upside Down, Champagne!, Poly and School of Life.

Full filmography
Ratings

Spread Your Wings Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 82/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in story & flow (70).

82 /100

Spread Your Wings Echo Score Breakdown

Spread Your Wings delivers a heartfelt family adventure that resonates through its striking aerial visuals and sincere environmental message. Critics note the impressive cinematography while some flag predictable plot elements and thin supporting characters. Audience reactions highlight emotional depth and inspiring themes of courage and stewardship. Though the soundtrack falls short for a few viewers, the film’s visual splendor and sincere storytelling create a largely uplifting experience that encourages repeat viewings.

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

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of direction and visual craft, the film excels with breathtaking aerial photography and expansive natural landscapes that capture the migration journey vividly. Critics commend the stunning vistas and the director’s confident handling of large‑scale sequences. Minor criticisms focus on occasional pacing lulls, yet overall the production design and cinematography stand out as the movie’s strongest assets.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances convey genuine affection between the father, son, and the geese, allowing audiences to connect emotionally. Users praised the youthful lead’s nuanced acting and the film’s ability to evoke tears. Some reviewers note underdeveloped supporting characters, but the central relationships remain compelling and drive the film’s heartfelt tone.

  • Story & Flow 70

    The narrative follows a true‑inspired quest to teach geese migration, offering an uplifting arc that engages viewers. Positive feedback highlights the film’s original environmental message and cohesive script, while criticism points to predictable plot beats and a familiar family drama framework. Overall, the story balances inspiration with occasional formulaic moments.

  • Sensory Experience 78

    Sensory experience shines through vivid cinematography and immersive aerial shots that dominate the film’s palette. Reviewers commend the striking visual style and natural soundscapes, though the musical score is deemed less impactful and occasionally disconnected from the imagery. Nonetheless, the combination of visuals and ambient audio creates a compelling atmospheric backdrop.

  • Rewatch Factor 85

    Rewatch factor remains high as the film’s inspirational themes and soaring visuals invite multiple viewings. Audiences report lasting emotional impact and recommend it for both teens and adults, noting that the uplifting journey feels fresh each time. While some plot familiarity exists, the overall experience rewards repeat engagement.

Box office

Spread Your Wings Box Office & Budget

Spread Your Wings grossed $12.7 million worldwide on a $11.9 million budget, 1.1 times what it cost.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$12.7M

1.1× its budget

International
$12.7M
Budget
$11.9M
Videos

Spread Your Wings Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Spread Your Wings.

SPREAD YOUR WINGS | Official Australian Trailer
Details

Spread Your Wings Also Known As

24 alternative titles, including “Voo para a Liberdade” and “Abra Suas Asas”.

Also known as
  • Voo para a Liberdade
  • Abra Suas Asas
  • 给我翅膀
  • Harpatkaot Tom Va'Avaze'i Ha'Bar
  • Расправь крылья
  • Rozprestri krídla
  • Chłopiec z chmur
  • Sulle ali dell'avventura
  • Volando juntos
  • 아름다운 여행
  • Разтвори криле
  • 迷雁返家路
+12 more
  • Der Junge und die Wildgänse
  • Taníts meg repülni!
  • Suteik man sparnus
  • Rozprostři křídla
  • Kanatlarını Aç
  • Volant junts
  • Розправ крила
  • Abre tus alas
  • הרפתקאות תום ואווזי הבר
  • Izplest spārnus
  • グランド・ジャーニー
  • Daj mi krila

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FAQ

Spread Your Wings FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Spread Your Wings, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Spread Your Wings?

Spread Your Wings runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

When was Spread Your Wings released?

Spread Your Wings was released on August 25, 2019.

Who directed Spread Your Wings?

Spread Your Wings was directed by Nicolas Vanier.

More films by Nicolas Vanier

Who is in the cast of Spread Your Wings?

Spread Your Wings stars Jean-Paul Rouve as Christian, Dominique Pinon as Pichon and Ingar Helge Gimle as Johansen, among 24 credited actors.

How much did Spread Your Wings make at the box office?

Spread Your Wings grossed $12.7 million worldwide on a budget of $11.9 million.

Does Spread Your Wings have a post-credit scene?

No. Spread Your Wings has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Spread Your Wings in?

The original language of Spread Your Wings is French.

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