Bird on a Wire(1990)
“He’s every woman’s dream and one woman’s nightmare.”
Overview
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.
Director
John Badham
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$20M
Revenue
$139M
Cast
Mel Gibson
as Richard 'Rick' Jarmin
Goldie Hawn
as Marianne Graves
David Carradine
as Eugene Sorensen
Bill Duke
as Albert Diggs
Stephen Tobolowsky
as Joe Weyburn
Joan Severance
as Rachel Varney
Harry Caesar
as Marvin Larson
Jeff Corey
as Lou Baird
Alex Bruhanski
as Raun
John Pyper-Ferguson
as Jamie
Clyde Kusatsu
as Mr. Takawaki
Jackson Davies
as Paul Bernard
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
1h 50m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$139M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • Interscope Communications • The Badham-Cohen Group
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Bird on a Wire?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Bird on a Wire (1990).
What is Bird on a Wire about?▼
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.
Who directed Bird on a Wire?▼
Bird on a Wire was directed by John Badham and released in 1990. It is a comedy, romance, adventure film.
How long is Bird on a Wire?▼
Bird on a Wire has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
Who stars in Bird on a Wire?▼
The cast of Bird on a Wire includes Mel Gibson as Richard 'Rick' Jarmin, Goldie Hawn as Marianne Graves, David Carradine as Eugene Sorensen, Bill Duke as Albert Diggs, Stephen Tobolowsky as Joe Weyburn and more.
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