Black Bird (2022)
Kernel Score: 90% · 916 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime
First aired: 2022-07-07
Seasons: 1 · 6 episodes
Where to watch Black Bird
- Stream: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
As Jimmy Keene begins a 10-year prison sentence, he gets an incredible offer: If he can elicit a confession from suspected killer Larry Hall, Jimmy will be freed. Completing this mission becomes the challenge of a lifetime.
Black Bird parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Black Bird is a TV-MA true-crime prison drama involving a serial killer and disturbing criminal themes.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Centers on a true-crime investigation into a suspected serial killer, including disturbing prison and criminal content.
- Language: Moderate — Prison-set crime drama likely includes strong language typical of TV-MA content.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Taron Egerton as James 'Jimmy' Keene
- Paul Walter Hauser as Larry Hall
- Sepideh Moafi as Lauren McCauley
- Greg Kinnear as Brian Miller
- Ray Liotta as James 'Big Jim' Keene
Black Bird FAQ
Is Black Bird good?
Black Bird has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 916 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Black Bird?
In the US you can stream Black Bird on Apple TV.
Is Black Bird OK for kids?
Black Bird is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Black Bird is a TV-MA true-crime prison drama involving a serial killer and disturbing criminal themes.
What shows are like Black Bird?
If you liked Black Bird, try MINDHUNTER, Mayor of Kingstown, Wentworth and Sharp Objects.