Lady Bird (2017)
Kernel Score: 82% · 8,923 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2017-09-01
Runtime: 94 minutes
Is Lady Bird worth watching?
Worth watching. A warm, funny coming-of-age story about a teenager in Sacramento fighting with her mother while longing to leave. It's specific, well acted and honest, though it won't surprise you with plot.
Watch it if you
- like coming-of-age films about mothers and daughters
- enjoy quiet, observational comedy
- want something short with great lead performances
Skip it if you
- need a big plot to stay interested
- dislike films where little actually happens
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Lady Bird
- Stream: HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Lady Bird McPherson, a strong willed, deeply opinionated, artistic 17 year old comes of age in Sacramento. Her relationship with her mother and her upbringing are questioned and tested as she plans to head off to college.
Lady Bird parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Lady Bird is an R-rated coming-of-age drama including loss of virginity and mature teen themes.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Includes a teen loss-of-virginity storyline and related mature content.
- Language: Moderate — R-rated coming-of-age comedy-drama with expected strong language.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Lady Bird
If you liked Lady Bird, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Little Women (2019) — 88%: Gerwig's next film, again about a young woman wanting her own life.
- The Edge of Seventeen (2016) — 82%: Sharp, funny teenage angst with a prickly lead.
- Frances Ha (2013) — 81%: Funny, bittersweet story of a young woman finding her way.
- The Breakfast Club (1985) — 87%: The classic teen movie about being understood.
- The Fabelmans (2022) — 85%: Personal growing-up story built on family tensions.
- Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (2023) — 80%: Warm, honest girlhood story with a strong mother-daughter bond.
Director
Cast
- Saoirse Ronan as Lady Bird McPherson
- Laurie Metcalf as Marion McPherson
- Tracy Letts as Larry McPherson
- Lucas Hedges as Danny O'Neill
- Timothée Chalamet as Kyle Sheible
- Beanie Feldstein as Julie Steffans
- Lois Smith as Sister Sarah Joan
- Stephen McKinley Henderson as Father Leviatch
- Odeya Rush as Jenna Walton
- Jordan Rodrigues as Miguel McPherson
Lady Bird FAQ
Is Lady Bird worth watching?
Worth watching. A warm, funny coming-of-age story about a teenager in Sacramento fighting with her mother while longing to leave. It's specific, well acted and honest, though it won't surprise you with plot.
Where can I watch Lady Bird?
In the US you can stream Lady Bird on HBO Max and Cinemax Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Lady Bird OK for kids?
Lady Bird is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Lady Bird is an R-rated coming-of-age drama including loss of virginity and mature teen themes.
What movies are like Lady Bird?
If you liked Lady Bird, try Little Women, The Edge of Seventeen, Frances Ha and The Breakfast Club.