Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is a 2020 American superhero film based on the DC Comics team the Birds of Prey. It is the eighth film in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and a spin-off sequel to Suicide Squad (2016). Directed by Cathy Yan and written by Christina Hodson, the film stars Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, alongside Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Rosie Perez, Chris Messina, Ella Jay Basco, Ali Wong, and Ewan McGregor. In Birds of Prey, after splitting up with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins forces with Black Canary, the Huntress, and Renee Montoya to save Cassandra Cain from Gotham City crime lord Black Mask.
Birds of Prey was released in theaters on February 7, 2020. It received positive reviews from critics, who praised the action sequences, visual style, and Robbie’s performance, although criticism focused on the thin plot. It grossed over $201 million worldwide, making it the lowest-grossing DCEU film. The movie is now available to watch on various streaming platforms and channels.
Where to Stream Birds of Prey
Here are some of the major platforms where you can stream Birds of Prey right now:
HBO Max
HBO Max has the streaming rights to Birds of Prey, along with many other DC films. You can watch Birds of Prey in 4K quality on HBO Max. An HBO Max subscription starts at $9.99 per month with ads or $14.99 per month without ads.
YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Vudu, Google Play
Birds of Prey is available for purchase or rental on digital platforms like YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Vudu and Google Play. You can buy Birds of Prey in HD quality for around $19.99 or rent it for $5.99 on these services.
Hulu
Hulu offers Birds of Prey on its platform with a Hulu subscription plus Live TV add-on. The Live TV package, which starts at $69.99 per month, gives you access to many cable channels where you can watch Birds of Prey on-demand.
When Will Birds of Prey Be on Disney+?
Even though Birds of Prey is a DC Comics film, it is not available on Disney+ because Disney does not own the distribution rights. It is likely that Birds of Prey will eventually come to Disney+ after its streaming license deal expires with HBO Max, which could be a couple of years away.
Other DC films like Aquaman, Shazam and Joker are also not on Disney+ currently for the same reason. So Disney+ subscribers may have to wait a while longer before Birds of Prey streams on that platform.
How to Watch Birds of Prey on Cable TV
In addition to streaming platforms, Birds of Prey has aired on cable TV channels in the past, and could potentially air again in the future. Here are some details:
TNT
TNT acquired the cable rights to Birds of Prey shortly after its theatrical release. The movie premiered on TNT on November 8, 2020 and has rerun on the channel several times since then.
TBS
Like TNT, sister station TBS has also aired Birds of Prey a few times since its cable premiere. So you may be able to catch the movie on TBS if you have it as part of your cable package.
FX
FX is another cable channel that has broadcast rights to a number of DC films, including Birds of Prey. But the movie does not seem to be part of FX’s regular rotation at the moment.
Other Channels
Some other cable channels that may potentially air Birds of Prey in the future include USA, Syfy, TCM and AMC. This usually happens when the licensing deal expires with another channel. So keep an eye out on channel guides and schedules.
When Will Birds of Prey Release on 4K/Blu-ray/DVD?
Here are the details on when and where you can get Birds of Prey on physical disc formats:
4K/Blu-ray/DVD Release Date
Birds of Prey released on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD on May 12, 2020. This was just a few months after its theatrical premiere.
Bonus Features
The 4K and Blu-ray discs contain the following bonus features:
- Birds Eye View Mode – Picture-in-picture commentary with Cathy Yan, Margot Robbie and more
- Grime and Crime documentary
- Wild Nerds
- Gag reel
- Deleted and extended scenes
Where to Buy Birds of Prey on Disc
You can purchase the 4K, Blu-ray or DVD of Birds of Prey at the following major retailers:
| Retailer | 4K | Blu-ray | DVD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $24.99 | $19.99 | $17.96 |
| Best Buy | $27.99 | $19.99 | $17.99 |
| Target | $24.99 | $19.99 | $17.99 |
| Walmart | $24.96 | $19.96 | $17.96 |
So in summary, Birds of Prey is now widely available for streaming on HBO Max, for paid digital rental/purchase on platforms like Amazon and Vudu, and on 4K/Blu-ray/DVD. With multiple options to choose from, it’s easy for fans to watch this Harley Quinn spinoff movie from the comfort of home.
Conclusion
Birds of Prey provides an action-packed, stylistic and fun female-centric entry in the DC movie universe led by Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn. Fans wanting to catch this unique superhero film have plenty of viewing options available ranging from streaming to disc formats. HBO Max or purchasing the 4K/Blu-ray release are ideal for enjoying Birds of Prey in the best possible picture quality. And the bonus features on the discs give an enlightening behind-the-scenes look into the making of this eccentric comic book movie. So gather your girl gang and fire up Birds of Prey for an audaciously entertaining time.
