Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)
A fading actor best known for his portrayal of a popular superhero attempts to mount a comeback by appearing in a Broadway play. As opening night approaches, his attempts to become more altruistic, rebuild his career, and reconnect with friends and family prove more difficult than expected.
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Frequently asked questions about Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)
Where can I watch Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) in the United States?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is available to stream on HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) on HBO Max?
Yes. Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is streaming on HBO Max in the United States.
Can I watch Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) needs a subscription to HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) scores 7.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) stars Michael Keaton, Emma Stone, Zach Galifianakis, Edward Norton, and Andrea Riseborough. Alejandro G. Iñárritu is the director.
How long is Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) runs 2h (120 minutes).
When did Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) come out?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) was released on October 17, 2014.
Which studio made Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) was produced by TSG Entertainment, Worldview Entertainment, and New Regency Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) was made on a budget of $18,000,000.
How much did Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) make at the box office?
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) grossed $103,215,094 worldwide, against a budget of $18,000,000.
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.