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IMDb rating 6.4
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Critic Jennifer Green
rated 6

This calculated tearjerker is heavy on emotional symbolism but offers a showcase for its two impressive lead actors, Melissa McCarthy and Chris O'Dowd.

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Cast & Crew

Theodore Melfi
Director
Loretta Devine
As Velma
Kevin Kline
As Dr Larry Fine
Melissa McCarthy
As Lilly Maynard
Timothy Olyphant
As Travis Delp
Chris O'Dowd
As Jack Maynard
Rosalind Chao
As Fawn

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After a devastating loss, Lilly Maynard struggles to keep her life together, but a feisty starling nesting in her backyard tree won't let her be. The bird's relentless attacks and taunts push Lilly to her limits, and she becomes obsessed with stopping it. In her quest to rid herself of the starling, Lilly finds an unlikely ally in quirky psychiatrist-turned-veterinarian Larry Fine. Together, they form a unique bond and help each other confront their grief and mental health. As Lilly and Larry work to save the bird, they discover a newfound appreciation for life and learn to love again. With its themes of grief, healing, and redemption, "The Starling" is a heartwarming drama that will leave audiences feeling hopeful and uplifted.

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The Starling was released for streaming on September 24, 2021.