Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)
Directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Starring Michael Keaton, Emma Stone, Zach Galifianakis, Edward Norton, Andrea Riseborough, Naomi Watts, Amy Ryan, Lindsay Duncan, Merritt Wever, Jeremy Shamos
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A fading actor best known for his portrayal of a popular superhero attempts to mount a comeback by appearing in a Broadway play. As opening night approaches, his attempts to become more altruistic, rebuild his career, and reconnect with friends and family prove more difficult than expected.
- Original language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Screenplay
- Nicolás Giacobone, Armando Bo, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Alexander Dinelaris
- Music
- Antonio Sánchez
- Cinematography
- Emmanuel Lubezki
- Cast
- Edward Norton, Andrea Riseborough, Naomi Watts, Amy Ryan, Lindsay Duncan, Merritt Wever, Jeremy Shamos
- Critics score
- 86/100
Updated July 21, 2026
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