Bird on a Wire (1990) movie poster

Bird on a Wire (1990)

"He’s every woman’s dream and one woman’s nightmare."
ThumbScore
👍 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 31% (RT: 26%, MC: 36) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionAdventureComedyRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 50m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (1,016 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
26%
Metacritic
36
Cast
Mel Gibson as Richard 'Rick' Jarmin
Goldie Hawn as Marianne Graves
David Carradine as Eugene Sorensen
Bill Duke as Albert Diggs
Stephen Tobolowsky as Joe Weyburn
Joan Severance as Rachel Varney
Harry Caesar as Marvin Larson
Jeff Corey as Lou Baird
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,016 votes. Critics scored it lower at 31%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
An FBI informant has kept his new identity secret for 15 years. Now an old flame has recognised him, and the bad guys are back for revenge. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 1990 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Bird on a Wire is a 1990 action, adventure, comedy film directed by John Badham. An FBI informant has kept his new identity secret for 15 years. Now an old flame has recognised him, and the bad guys are back for revenge.

The film has been rated by 1,016 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Bird on a Wire delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Bird on a Wire (1990) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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