Winged Migration
Le Peuple migrateur
“The amazing odysseys of traveling birds”
Synopsis
This documentary follows various migratory bird species on their long journeys from their summer homes to the equator and back, covering thousands of miles and navigating by the stars. These arduous treks are crucial for survival, seeking hospitable climates and food sources. Birds face numerous challenges, including crossing oceans and evading predators, illness, and injury. Although migrations are undertaken as a community, birds disperse into family units once they reach their destinations, and every continent is affected by these migrations, hosting migratory bird species at least part of the year.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Winged Migration (Le Peuple migrateur) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-03
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 18, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 22, 2003
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$35.9M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$20.2M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.56x
-$15.6M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Perrin
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Dorst, Valentine Marvel, Jacques Perrin
- Original Score
- Bruno Coulais
- Original Title
- Le Peuple migrateur
- Country of Origin
- France, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Budget
- $35.9M
- Worldwide Gross
- $20.2M
- Production Studios
- Galatée Films, France 2 Cinéma, France 3 Cinéma, Les Productions de la Guéville, Bac Films, Pandora Film, WDR, Filmstiftung Nordrhein-Westfalen, JMH Productions, TSR, Wanda Visión, Eyescreen
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Perrin
Jean Dorst, Valentine Marvel, Jacques Perrin
Bruno Coulais
Luc Drion, Laurent Charbonnier, Thierry Machado
Marie-Josèphe Yoyotte
Christophe Barratier, Jacques Perrin, Jean De Trégomain
Department Leadership Roster
Marie-Josèphe Yoyotte
Editor
Jacques Perrin
Director
Jean Dorst
Screenplay
Christophe Barratier
Producer
Bruno Coulais
Original Music Composer
Luc Drion
Director of Photography
Valentine Marvel
Screenplay
Jacques Perrin
Producer
Jacques Perrin
Screenplay
Régis Nicolino
Production Design
Fabien Girodot
Visual Effects Supervisor
Laurent Charbonnier
Director of Photography
Thierry Machado
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Winged Migration
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Winged Migration about?
This documentary follows various migratory bird species on their long journeys from their summer homes to the equator and back, covering thousands of miles and navigating by the stars. These arduous treks are crucial for survival, seeking hospitable climates and food sources. Birds face numerous challenges, including crossing oceans and evading predators, illness, and injury. Although migrations are undertaken as a community, birds disperse into family units once they reach their destinations, and every continent is affected by these migrations, hosting migratory bird species at least part of the year.
Who directed Winged Migration?
Winged Migration was directed by Jacques Perrin.
Who stars in Winged Migration?
The principal cast of Winged Migration includes Jacques Perrin, Philippe Labro.
When was Winged Migration released and how long is it?
Winged Migration was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
What was the box office and production budget of Winged Migration?
Winged Migration had a reported production budget of $35.9M and grossed $20.2M at the worldwide box office (0.56 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Winged Migration?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Winged Migration was composed by Bruno Coulais.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Winged Migration?
Winged Migration holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).