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Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

“How did we end up here?”

★ 7.4(13,663)20142h 0m

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies in Saudi Arabia. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Director: Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Release date: 2014-10-17
Runtime: 2h 0m
Language: English
Box office: $103,215,094
Budget: $18,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: TSG Entertainment

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) — trailer

About Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is a 2014 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, starring Michael Keaton, Emma Stone and Zach Galifianakis. It has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 13,663 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) in Saudi Arabia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

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

Damian Young

Gabriel

Kenny Chin

Korean Grocer

Themes & keywords

new york citymidlife crisisshow businesssuperherodark comedytimes squarealter egoaging actorbroadwaymagic realismburlesquemeditativecity lifefather daughter relationshipinner voice

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) in Saudi Arabia?+

In Saudi Arabia, Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) on Netflix?+

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is not on Netflix in Saudi Arabia right now.

How long is Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?+

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

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.

When did Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) come out?+

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is a 2014 movie directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu.

What genre is Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?+

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?+

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) was directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu.