The Birdwatcher (2025): Cast & Ratings
The Birdwatcher is a 2025 short fantasy thriller directed by Ryan Mackfall, starring Craig Russell as The Watcher, Mary Woodvine and Kevin Horsham. It runs 14 minutes. IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 14 min
- Director
- Ryan Mackfall
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Myskatonic Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Birdwatcher About?
The premise of The Birdwatcher without spoilers.
A team of investigators journeys to a remote bird watching hut in the forest, drawn by the disappearance of a man struggling with grief. As they meticulously examine the scene and piece together his final hours, they uncover unsettling clues that defy easy explanation and suggest a disturbing reality. The evidence they find challenges their understanding and leads them deeper into the mystery.
The Birdwatcher Cast & Characters
Craig Russell leads the cast as The Watcher, with Mary Woodvine as The Veteran and Kevin Horsham as Oystercatcher Captain. Directed by Ryan Mackfall; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ryan Mackfall
- Craig Russell as The Watcher
- Mary Woodvine as The Veteran
- Kevin Horsham as Oystercatcher Captain
- Neil Fox as Forensic Investigator
Also Starring in The Birdwatcher
· 5 more- Paul Sewry Forensic Investigator
- Leah Devine Forensic Investigator
- Rimca Karmakar The Rising Star
- Charlie Fripp Oystercatcher Seer
- Chris Ranger Oystercatcher Boatman
More from Ryan Mackfall
One more film directed by Ryan Mackfall: Backwoods.
The Birdwatcher Reviews & Ratings
IMDb users rate The Birdwatcher 6.5/10.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
15 votes
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TMDB 60% User score
See on TMDB
The Birdwatcher Also Known As
Also known as “El observador de aves”.
- Also known as
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- El observador de aves
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The Birdwatcher FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Birdwatcher, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Birdwatcher?
The Birdwatcher runs 14 minutes.
When was The Birdwatcher released?
The Birdwatcher was released on March 8, 2025.
Who directed The Birdwatcher?
The Birdwatcher was directed by Ryan Mackfall.
More films by Ryan Mackfall Who is in the cast of The Birdwatcher?
The Birdwatcher stars Craig Russell as The Watcher, Mary Woodvine as The Veteran and Kevin Horsham as Oystercatcher Captain, among 9 credited actors.
How is The Birdwatcher rated?
The Birdwatcher has 6.5/10 on IMDb and 60% on TMDB.
Does The Birdwatcher have a post-credit scene?
No. The Birdwatcher has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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