Free Birds (HBO)

About Free Birds (HBO)

Free Birds is a 2013 American computer-animated comedy film directed by Jimmy Hayward. The film revolves around two turkeys, Reggie and Jake, who travel back in time to the first Thanksgiving to prevent their kind from becoming a holiday tradition.

Making / Production

The film was made using computer-generated animation, produced by Reel FX Creative Studios. It was funded by Relativity Media, and distributed by Lionsgate Films.

Actors

• Owen Wilson as Reggie - Provides an amusing voice to the intelligent and resourceful turkey, Reggie.
• Woody Harrelson as Jake - Brings Jake, the brave and headstrong turkey to life with his distinctive voice.
• Amy Poehler as Jenny - Plays Jenny, a kind and caring female turkey, adding a sweet tone to her character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is the first feature-length film by Reel FX Creative Studios.
• The movie was originally going to be called "Turkeys", but was changed to "Free Birds" in May 2012.
• The film’s concept of turkeys going back in time to prevent Thanksgiving was inspired by classic time-travel movies like "Back to the Future".

Awards

While the film did not win any major awards, it was nominated for a few including a BTVA Voice Acting Award for Best Vocal Ensemble in a Feature Film.

Quotes

• "Take that, space-time continuum!" - Reggie
• "You’ve been recruited for a top secret mission." - Jake
• "They are turkeys, but they're acting like chickens." - Myles Standish

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by Dominic Lewis.
• The soundtrack album was released by Relativity Music Group on October 29, 2013.
• The soundtrack includes famous tracks like "Up Around The Bend" by Social Distortion.