Movie

Bird on a Wire

“He’s every woman’s dream and one woman’s nightmare.”

★ 6.2(1,041)19901h 50m

Bird on a Wire is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Claro video in Mexico. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 17 June 2026.

Where to watch Bird on a Wire

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Director: John Badham
Release date: 1990-05-18
Runtime: 1h 50m
Language: English
Box office: $138,697,012
Budget: $20,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures

Bird on a Wire — trailer

About Bird on a Wire

Bird on a Wire is a 1990 movie in the Comedy, Romance and Adventure genres, directed by John Badham, starring Mel Gibson, Goldie Hawn and David Carradine. It has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 1,041 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Bird on a Wire in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An FBI informant has kept his new identity secret for 15 years. Now an old flame has recognised him, and the bad guys are back for revenge.

Cast

Mel Gibson

Richard 'Rick' Jarmin

Goldie Hawn

Marianne Graves

David Carradine

Eugene Sorensen

Bill Duke

Albert Diggs

Stephen Tobolowsky

Joe Weyburn

Joan Severance

Rachel Varney

Harry Caesar

Marvin Larson

Jeff Corey

Lou Baird

Alex Bruhanski

Raun

John Pyper-Ferguson

Jamie

Clyde Kusatsu

Mr. Takawaki

Jackson Davies

Paul Bernard

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bird on a Wire in Mexico?+

In Mexico, Bird on a Wire is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Claro video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Bird on a Wire on Netflix?+

Bird on a Wire is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Bird on a Wire?+

Bird on a Wire has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

Who stars in Bird on a Wire?+

Bird on a Wire stars Mel Gibson, Goldie Hawn, David Carradine, Bill Duke and Stephen Tobolowsky.

When did Bird on a Wire come out?+

Bird on a Wire is a 1990 movie directed by John Badham.

What genre is Bird on a Wire?+

Bird on a Wire is Comedy, Romance and Adventure film.

Who directed Bird on a Wire?+

Bird on a Wire was directed by John Badham.