The Starling
2021, English. Directed by Theodore Melfi.
Hope starts small
A woman adjusting to life after a loss contends with a feisty bird that's taken over her garden — and a husband who's struggling to find a way forward.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 340 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Starling
The Starling is streaming on Netflix in India.
Stream
NetflixAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 17 September 2021
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- Matt Harris
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The Starling: quick answers
Is The Starling worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 340 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Starling?
The Starling runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does The Starling have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Starling. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Starling parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Starling is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Starling on?
The Starling is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Starling?
If you liked The Starling, try Same Kind of Different as Me, The Salt Path, The Station Agent.
Who directed The Starling?
The Starling (2021) was directed by Theodore Melfi and stars Melissa McCarthy, Chris O'Dowd, Kevin Kline.