FeatureDrama

High Flying Bird (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 2019, High Flying Bird is a drama film directed by Steven Soderbergh, running about 90 minutes. “Play the Game On Top of the Game” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. During an NBA lockout, a sports agent, Ray Burke, presents his rookie client, Erick Scott, with an intriguing and controversial business opportunity.

Who’s in it. High Flying Bird stars André Holland as Ray Burke, Zazie Beetz as Sam, Melvin Gregg as Erick Scott and Sonja Sohn as Myra, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, High Flying Bird has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch High Flying Bird page.

If you liked it. Fans of High Flying Bird tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch High Flying Bird (2019)?
In US, High Flying Bird is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is High Flying Bird worth watching?
High Flying Bird holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in High Flying Bird?
High Flying Bird stars André Holland, Zazie Beetz, Melvin Gregg, Sonja Sohn and Zachary Quinto.
When was High Flying Bird released?
High Flying Bird was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.