Follow That Bird
Follow That Bird

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Follow That Bird

1985
Movie
88 min
English

Big Bird is sent to live far from Sesame Street by a pesky social worker, who thinks it would be better for him to live with other birds. Unhappy, Big Bird runs away from his foster home, prompting the rest of the Sesame Street gang to go on a cross-country journey to find him.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Google Users82%
Director: Ken KwapisGenres: Family, Musical, Comedy

Plot Summary

Big Bird is sent to a special school in the countryside for oversized birds, feeling homesick and missing his friends on Sesame Street. He escapes and embarks on a cross-country journey to return home, encountering various challenges and colorful characters along the way. His friends from Sesame Street embark on their own adventure to find him before he gets into too much trouble.

Critical Reception

Follow That Bird was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its heartwarming story, musical numbers, and faithfulness to the spirit of Sesame Street. It was seen as a delightful and entertaining experience for both children and adults.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and musically engaging adventure for young children.

  • Captures the educational and fun spirit of its television origins.

  • Big Bird's journey provides a relatable theme of home and belonging.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's positive messages and enjoyable songs, finding it a wholesome and entertaining watch for families. Many recalled it fondly as a childhood favorite, highlighting its ability to engage young viewers.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the first major theatrical releases based on a television show and helped to prove the viability of such projects for studios.

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