# Where to watch Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) in the UK > Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) is currently available to stream in the UK on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Netflix Standard with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch. **Type:** Film **Year:** 2014 **Runtime:** 120 minutes **TMDB rating:** 7.4/10 **Genres:** Drama, Comedy **Region:** United Kingdom (GB) **Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T08:12:43.603Z) ## Synopsis 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. ## Streaming options in the United Kingdom ### Stream (subscription) - [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)&i=instant-video) - [Disney Plus](https://www.disneyplus.com/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [Netflix Standard with Ads](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)&i=instant-video) ### Free (with ads or TV licence) - [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) ### Rent (typically 24-48 hours) - [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)&c=movies) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)+film) ### Buy (digital download) - [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)&i=instant-video) - [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)&c=movies) - [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Birdman%20or%20(The%20Unexpected%20Virtue%20of%20Ignorance)+film) ## Frequently asked questions **Where can I stream Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) in the UK?** Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) is currently included in subscriptions to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Netflix Standard with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily. **How much does it cost to rent Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?** Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price. **Can I buy a digital copy of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)?** Yes. Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. 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