Forest Whitaker
Charlie 'Bird' Parker
Movie
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Synopsis
“"There are no second acts in American lives."”
Saxophone player Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker comes to New York in 1940 and is quickly noticed for his remarkable way of playing. He becomes a drug addict but his loving wife Chan tries to help him.
Cast
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Diane Venora
Chan Parker
Michael Zelniker
Red Rodney
Samuel E. Wright
Dizzy Gillespie
Keith David
Buster Franklin
Michael McGuire
Brewster
James Handy
Esteves
Damon Whitaker
Young Bird
Morgan Nagler
Kim
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Dr. Heath
Sam Robards
Moscowitz
No photo Glenn Wright
Alcoholic Patient
George Orrison
Patient with Checkers
Bill Cobbs
Dr. Caulfield
Hamilton Camp
Mayor of 52nd Street
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First Doorman
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Joey Green
Gene
John Witherspoon
Sid
Tony Todd
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Availability
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bird available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
What year was Bird released?
Bird was released in 1988.
How long is Bird?
Bird has a runtime of 2h 41m.
What genre is Bird?
Bird is classified as Drama, Music.
What is the age rating for Bird?
Bird is rated R.