The Ornithologist
2016, Portuguese. Directed by João Pedro Rodrigues.
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Stranded along a sublime river fjord in northern Portugal, an ornithologist is subjected to a series of brutal and erotic Stations-of-the-Cross-style tests.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Portuguese
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Ornithologist
The Ornithologist is streaming on Strand Releasing in India.
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Details
- Released
- 16 September 2016
- Original title
- O Ornitólogo
- Country
- Portugal, France, Brazil
- Written by
- João Pedro Rodrigues, João Rui Guerra da Mata
- Budget
- $1.3M
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The Ornithologist: quick answers
Is The Ornithologist worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Ornithologist?
The Ornithologist runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does The Ornithologist have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Ornithologist. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Ornithologist parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Ornithologist yet.
Which OTT platform is The Ornithologist on?
The Ornithologist is streaming on Strand Releasing in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Ornithologist?
If you liked The Ornithologist, try Black Gold, The Village, Shirley.
Who directed The Ornithologist?
The Ornithologist (2016) was directed by João Pedro Rodrigues and stars Paul Hamy, João Pedro Rodrigues, Xelo Cagiao.