About this release
At 77, the world's funniest and most fearless birder returns to a remote Arctic island for his 49th summer alone, protecting a rare seabird from extinction. Battling brutal weather, isolation, and time, he turns solitude into purpose with humor and heart. A wild, warm, and inspiring story of one man's lifelong mission to save a species and the unexpected joy he finds along the way.
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Disc 1
DVDThe Birdman of Cooper Island (2024)
89 min
Documentary
At 77, the world’s funniest and most fearless birder returns to a remote Arctic island for his 49th summer alone, protecting a rare seabird from extinction. Battling brutal weather, isolation, and time, he turns solitude into purpose with humor and heart. A wild, warm, and inspiring story of one man’s lifelong mission to save a species and the unexpected joy he finds along the way.
Credits
Director
Kevin McMahon
Writer
George Divoky
Release Details
- Packaging
- Keep Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- August 9, 2026