The Birds
"...and remember, the next scream you hear may be your own!"
Originally released in 1963. The Birds is a horror/thriller film. directed by Alfred Hitchcock. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Tippi Hedren, Rod Taylor, and Jessica Tandy
Synopsis
Thousands of birds flock into a seaside town and terrorize the residents in a series of deadly attacks.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 28, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (4,346 votes)
Budget
$2.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$11.5M
4.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tippi Hedren
as Melanie Daniels
Rod Taylor
as Mitch Brenner
Jessica Tandy
as Lydia Brenner
Suzanne Pleshette
as Annie Hayworth
Veronica Cartwright
as Cathy Brenner
Ethel Griffies
as Mrs. Bundy
Charles McGraw
as Sebastian Sholes
Ruth McDevitt
as Mrs. MacGruder
Lonny Chapman
as Deke Carter
Joe Mantell
as Traveling Salesman at Diner's Bar
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,500,000
- Revenue
- $11,500,000
Production Companies
- Alfred J. Hitchcock Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Birds about?
Thousands of birds flock into a seaside town and terrorize the residents in a series of deadly attacks.
Who directed The Birds?
The Birds was directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
How long is The Birds?
The Birds has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was The Birds released?
The Birds was released on March 28, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Birds?
The main cast of The Birds includes Tippi Hedren, Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Suzanne Pleshette, Veronica Cartwright.
Is The Birds worth watching?
The Birds has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 4,346 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.