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DOCUMENTARY . 2001 . 1h 29m . French . 7.6/10

Winged Migration_

Original: Le Peuple migrateur

"The amazing odysseys of traveling birds"

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.

Starring Jacques Perrin, Philippe Labro
Box Office $20.2M
7.6/10
Rating
$20.2M
Box Office
1h 29m
Runtime
2001
Year
UNDERPERFORMED
-44% ROI
Profitability
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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The amazing odysseys of traveling birds

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.

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Box office
Winged Migration earned $20.2M against a $35.9M budget.
Cast
Jacques Perrin stars as Narrator (voice) in Winged Migration.
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Year context
Winged Migration was released 25 years ago in 2001.
Winged Migration is a Documentary film with a runtime of 1h 29m.

CAST (2)

Jacques Perrin
Jacques Perrin
Narrator (voice)
Philippe Labro
Philippe Labro
Narrator (voice, English version)

BOX OFFICE

$35.9M
Budget
$20.2M
Revenue
-44%
ROI
UNDERPERFORMED
Verdict

STUDIOS (5)

Galatée Films France 2 Cinéma France 3 Cinéma Les Productions de la Guéville Bac Films

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
89 min (1h 29m)
Original Title
Le Peuple migrateur
Language
French
Country
Rating
7.6/10 (195 votes)
Popularity
1
Budget
$35,866,397
Box Office
$20,217,080
Profit
$-15,649,317

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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.
How long is Winged Migration?
Winged Migration has a runtime of 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Who stars in Winged Migration?
The cast of Winged Migration includes Jacques Perrin, Philippe Labro.
How much did Winged Migration make at the box office?
Winged Migration earned $20,217,080 worldwide at the box office. The production budget was $35,866,397.
What is the rating of Winged Migration?
Winged Migration has a rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 195 votes on TMDB.

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