Firebird (2021)
Kernel Score: 82% · 220 ratings
Genres: Drama, Romance, War
Released: 2021-10-29
Runtime: 107 minutes
Where to watch Firebird
- Free with ads: Plex
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
At the height of the Cold War, a troubled soldier forms a forbidden love triangle with a daring fighter pilot and his female comrade amid the dangerous surroundings of a Soviet Air Force Base.
Firebird parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that Firebird is a Cold War-era historical romance depicting a forbidden love triangle involving a soldier and a fighter pilot.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Centers on a forbidden romantic triangle including a same-sex relationship between soldiers.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Characters are shown drinking vodka in social bonding scenes.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Peeter Rebane
Cast
- Tom Prior as Sergey
- Oleg Zagorodnii as Roman
- Diana Pozharskaya as Luisa
- Jake Henderson as Volodja
- Margus Prangel as Major Zverev
- Nicholas Woodeson as Polkovnik Kuznetsov
- Ester Kuntu as Masha
- Kaspar Velberg as Pilot Selenov
- Sergei Lavrentyev as Drama Professor
- Rasmus Kaljujärv as Pilot
Firebird FAQ
Is Firebird good?
Firebird has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 220 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Firebird?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Firebird OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Firebird is a Cold War-era historical romance depicting a forbidden love triangle involving a soldier and a fighter pilot.
What movies are like Firebird?
If you liked Firebird, try From Here to Eternity, Office Romance, Cold War and Happy Together.