High Flying Bird
“Play the game on top of the game.”
Synopsis
When an NBA lockout sidelines his big rookie client, an agent hatches a bold plan to save their careers -- and disrupt the league's power structure.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-01-17
Top Cast
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André Holland
Ray Burke
Zazie Beetz
Sam
Melvin Gregg
Erick Scott
Sonja Sohn
Myra
Zachary Quinto
David Starr
Glenn Fleshler
Intimidating Seton Colleague
Jeryl Prescott
Emera Umber
Justin Hurtt-Dunkley
Jamero Umber
Caleb McLaughlin
Darius
Bobbi Bordley
Freddy
Kyle MacLachlan
David Seton
Bill Duke
Spence
Eddie Tavares
Waiter
Farah Bala
Manager Sal
Skip Bayless
Skip Bayless
Shannon Sharpe
Shannon Sharpe
Joy Taylor
Joy Taylor
Evan Rosenblum
Evan Rosenblum
Release History & Theatrical Window
Slamdance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 8, 2019
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steven Soderbergh
- Screenplay & Story
- Tarell Alvin McCraney
- Original Score
- David Wilder Savage
- Original Title
- High Flying Bird
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Extension 765, Harper Road Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steven Soderbergh
Tarell Alvin McCraney
David Wilder Savage
Steven Soderbergh
Steven Soderbergh
André Holland, Joseph Malloch, Ken Meyer
Department Leadership Roster
Steven Soderbergh
Director
Tarell Alvin McCraney
Writer
Joseph Malloch
Producer
Andy Eklund
Production Design
Marci Rodgers
Costume Design
Steven Soderbergh
Editor
Steven Soderbergh
Director of Photography
Lesley Robson-Foster
Visual Effects Supervisor
David Wilder Savage
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About High Flying Bird
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is High Flying Bird about?
When an NBA lockout sidelines his big rookie client, an agent hatches a bold plan to save their careers -- and disrupt the league's power structure.
Who directed High Flying Bird?
High Flying Bird was directed by Steven Soderbergh.
Who stars in High Flying Bird?
The principal cast of High Flying Bird includes André Holland, Zazie Beetz, Melvin Gregg, Sonja Sohn, Zachary Quinto.
When was High Flying Bird released and how long is it?
High Flying Bird was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for High Flying Bird?
The original motion picture soundtrack for High Flying Bird was composed by David Wilder Savage.
What is the age rating and content advisory for High Flying Bird?
High Flying Bird holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: R; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); IN: U/A 16+; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).