The Big Year
2011, English. Directed by David Frankel.
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Three fanatical bird-watchers spend an entire year competing to spot the highest number of species as El Nino sends an extraordinary variety of rare breeds flying up into the U.S., but they quickly discover that there are more important things than coming out on top of the competition.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 924 TMDB viewer ratings.
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YouTubeCast & crew
- David FrankelDirector
- Steve MartinStu Preissler
- Jack BlackBrad Harris
- Owen WilsonKenny Bostick
- Brian DennehyRaymond Harris
- Anjelica HustonAnnie Auklet
- Rashida JonesEllie
- Rosamund PikeJessica
- Dianne WiestBrenda Harris
- JoBeth WilliamsEdith
- Anthony AndersonBill Clemont
- Corbin BernsenGil Gordon
- Barry Shabaka HenleyDr. Neil Kramer
Details
- Released
- 13 October 2011
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Howard Franklin
- Budget
- $41M
- Box office
- $8.2M
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What The Big Year is based on
The Big Year is based on The Big Year, a 2004 novel by Mark Obmascik.
Novel · 2004
The Big Year
By Mark Obmascik
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The Big Year: quick answers
Is The Big Year worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 924 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Big Year?
The Big Year runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Big Year have a post-credits scene?
Yes. The Big Year has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
The Big Year parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Big Year is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Big Year on?
The Big Year isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Big Year?
If you liked The Big Year, try It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, The Three Stooges, Cheaper by the Dozen 2.
Who directed The Big Year?
The Big Year (2011) was directed by David Frankel and stars Steve Martin, Jack Black, Owen Wilson.
What is The Big Year based on?
The Big Year is based on The Big Year, a 2004 novel by Mark Obmascik.