Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)
Directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu
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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Top cast
Michael Keaton
Riggan
Emma Stone
Sam
Zach Galifianakis
Jake
Edward Norton
Mike
Andrea Riseborough
Laura
Naomi Watts
Lesley
Amy Ryan
Sylvia
Lindsay Duncan
Tabitha
Merritt Wever
Annie
Jeremy Shamos
Ralph
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) online?
As of September 20, 2026, Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max in United States. Use the country selector above to check availability in other regions — streaming rights are licensed per country, so catalogues differ.
Is Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) on Netflix?
No — Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is not currently on Netflix in any of the countries we track. In United States it streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max instead.
Can I rent or buy Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) online?
Yes. In United States, Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) can be rented on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home and purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
In which countries can I stream Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?
As of September 20, 2026, Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is included with a streaming subscription (or free with ads) in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, Russia, Spain, United Kingdom, and United States, among the countries we track.
Streaming availability last checked on September 20, 2026. Catalogues change frequently — data from TMDB and JustWatch.
