Bird Box

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Bird Box

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Released Dec 13, 2018

2h 4m

Horror

Mystery & Thriller

Sci-Fi

Adventure

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When a mysterious force decimates the population, only one thing is certain -- if you see it, you die. The survivors must now avoid coming face to face with an entity that takes the form of their worst fears. Searching for hope and a new beginning, a woman and her children embark on a dangerous journey through the woods and down a river to find the one place that may offer sanctuary. To make it, they'll have to cover their eyes from the evil that chases them -- and complete the trip blindfolded.

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Critics Consensus

Bird Box never quite reaches its intriguing potential, but strong acting and an effectively chilly mood offer intermittently creepy compensation.

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Peter Rainer

FilmWeek (LAist)

Should have been called "Bird-brained."

Sep 12, 2019

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Kristen Lopez

Zimbio

Finale aside, Bird Box is a taut thriller that keeps you hooked.

Feb 24, 2019

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Roxana Hadadi

Pajiba

Bird Box, led by a strong Sandra Bullock, does a solid job of telling a story that compares the desire to destroy oneself with the constantly challenging nature of being a parent.

Feb 7, 2019

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Calum Cooper

Source (Scotland)

It seems more occupied with delivering short term anxieties via separate sequences, like driving a car blind or two births occurring side by side, than refining the overall product to leave a lasting impact.

Rated: 2/5

Jul 14, 2024

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Nyle Coleman

InSession Film

Bullock is the one that really shines here, she does an outstanding job and her performance made me realize how much I miss seeing her on-screen. She has a certain kind of charisma and presence...

Rated: B+

May 9, 2024

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Swetha Ramakrishnan

Firstpost

Bird Box toes the line. It holds your attention. It lets your imagination run wild, and sparks a ticker of running questions while you're engrossed with what's happening on screen.

Rated: 3.5/5

Oct 10, 2023

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Nathan G

Underrated this was fire

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/06/25

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g j

Would have benefited from trimming about 30 minutes, but manages to deliver its core premise convincingly. There is a certain emotional gravitas to Sandra Bullock's performance here that definitely elevates this beyond mediocrity. Very similar to A Quiet Place in most regards.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

06/28/25

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Leonardo C

This film starts with an interesting promise but throws everything it has to offer for not reason. Awful watch after 30 mins

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

05/01/25

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Paul S

This is one of the best thrillers I've ever seen. The entire time I was on edge, hoping that whatever-it-was wouldn't get the characters. I was hooked from beginning to end, and I really enjoyed watching it. I definitely recommend it for thriller fans!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/07/25

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Len P

Good acting and suspense but crappy script with vague plot points and a mediocre ending without explaining the unseen horror presence other than a rustle in the trees. Budget B grade horror movie.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

03/08/25

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Audience Member

If you're looking to get scared, this isn't the movie for you. But the storyline is great and well-executed. Bird Box is a tense survival thriller set in a post-apocalyptic world where mysterious entities drive people to suicide when seen. Sandra Bullock delivers a strong performance as Malorie, a mother trying to protect her children while navigating a dangerous, desolate world. The film effectively builds suspense with its high-stakes atmosphere, but at times, its reliance on the mystery of the creatures and vague plot points can feel a bit frustrating. Despite this, Bird Box offers a gripping, emotional journey about survival, motherhood, and hope.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/28/25

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Synopsis

When a mysterious force decimates the population, only one thing is certain -- if you see it, you die. The survivors must now avoid coming face to face with an entity that takes the form of their worst fears. Searching for hope and a new beginning, a woman and her children embark on a dangerous journey through the woods and down a river to find the one place that may offer sanctuary. To make it, they'll have to cover their eyes from the evil that chases them -- and complete the trip blindfolded.

Director: Susanne Bier
Producer: Dylan Clark, Chris Morgan, Clayton Townsend
Screenwriter: Eric Heisserer
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Netflix, Scott Stuber, Chris Morgan Productions
Rating: R (Language|Brief Sexuality|Bloody Images|Violence)
Genre: Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Sci-Fi, Adventure
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 13, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 21, 2018
Runtime: 2h 4m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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