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Birdman of Alcatraz (1962)
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After killing a prison guard, convict Robert Stroud faces life imprisonment in solitary confinement. Driven nearly mad by loneliness and despair, Stroud's life gains new meaning when he happens upon a helpless baby sparrow in the exercise yard and nurses it back to health. Despite having only a third grade education, Stroud goes on to become a renowned ornithologist and achieves a greater sense of freedom and purpose behind bars than most people find in the outside world.
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Worth tryingHard-edged
EnergyPressured and hard-edged
ToneBleak and confrontational
ExperienceSurvival pressure and hard choices
Best suited forcharacter-driven drama and emotional tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a hard-edged watch shaped by control, danger, and survival pressure more than comfort or warmth.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
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Viewer insight Birdman of Alcatraz is a 1962 film in the Drama / Crime category from United States. Directed by John Frankenheimer. Starring Burt Lancaster and Karl Malden. Runtime: about 147 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available.
Genre: Drama / Crime, Released in 1962, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 147 minutes, Starring Burt Lancaster and Karl Malden.
Runtime
147 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Burt Lancaster
Robert Stroud
Karl Malden
Harvey Shoemaker
Thelma Ritter
Elizabeth Stroud
Neville Brand
Bull Ransom
Betty Field
Stella Johnson
Telly Savalas
Feto Gomez
Edmond O'Brien
Tom Gaddis
Hugh Marlowe
Roy Comstock
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Whit Bissell
Dr. Ellis
Crahan Denton
Kramer
James Westerfield
Jess Younger
Robert Bailey
Reporter on Dock (uncredited)
Nicky Blair
Inmate (uncredited)
Mushy Callahan
Inmate (uncredited)
Director: John Frankenheimer
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1What is movie Birdman of Alcatraz (1962)?
It is a movie released in 1962 within the Drama, Crime, History category.
2What is the story of Birdman of Alcatraz?
Birdman of Alcatraz (1962) is a movie in the Drama, Crime, History category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Birdman of Alcatraz online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV Store.
4What is the rating of Birdman of Alcatraz?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 based on 340 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Birdman of Alcatraz?
Its runtime is about 147 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Birdman of Alcatraz best suited for?
A suspense-driven story that keeps opening new layers and works best for viewers who notice the smaller details.
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