The Birdcage
A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen partner agree to put up a false heterosexual front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée's conservative parents.
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How to Act Like a Man
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Frequently asked questions about The Birdcage
Where can I watch The Birdcage in the United States?
The Birdcage is available to stream on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Birdcage for free?
The Birdcage streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Birdcage?
The Birdcage scores 7.1 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, 81% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 76 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Birdcage?
The Birdcage stars Robin Williams, Gene Hackman, Nathan Lane, Dianne Wiest, and Dan Futterman. Mike Nichols is the director.
How long is The Birdcage?
The Birdcage runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did The Birdcage come out?
The Birdcage was released on March 3, 1996.
Which studio made The Birdcage?
The Birdcage was produced by United Artists in the United States.
What was the budget for The Birdcage?
The Birdcage was made on a budget of $31,000,000.
How much did The Birdcage make at the box office?
The Birdcage grossed $185,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $31,000,000.
What languages is The Birdcage in?
The Birdcage is in French and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.