---
title: "A Stork's Journey"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-stork-s-journey-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 378111
imdb_id: "tt3823116"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 163
content_rating: "PG"
---

# A Stork's Journey (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-stork-s-journey-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Stork's Journey, also known as Richard the Stork, is a 2017 animated adventure film directed at family audiences. Released in North America under the title A Stork's Journey and originating with the German title Uberflieger - Kleine Vogel, grosses Geklapper, the movie follows an orphaned sparrow raised by storks who embarks on a journey south to Africa.

The film explores themes of identity, belonging, and perseverance as the main character, Richard, is joined by an eccentric owl named Olga and a narcissistic, disco-singing parakeet named Kiki. With a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes, the animated feature falls into the animation, family, fantasy, adventure, and comedy genres.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An adopted sparrow sets out on a perilous migration to prove he is a stork."

### Why Watch
- Witness a heartwarming tale of self-acceptance and belonging.
- Follow a unique trio featuring an eccentric owl and a disco-singing parakeet.
- Enjoy an animated adventure that explores family ties across species.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers seeking live-action drama may wish to skip this animated family adventure.
- Tone & Suitability: It is an animated family adventure film with a lighthearted tone and a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #animated-adventure, #identity-crisis, #migration-journey, #unlikely-trio, #family-bonds

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Starz Apple TV channel, Kartoon Channel Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Rakuten TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Filmzie, W4free, YouTube Free | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Toby Genkel
- **Networks / Studios**: Walking The Dog, Den Siste Skilling, Knudsen & Streuber Medienmanufaktur

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christian Gaul** as *Kiki (voice)*
- **Tilman Döbler** as *Richard (voice)*
- **Nicolette Krebitz** as *Olga (voice)*
- **Maud Ackermann** as *Aurora (voice)*
- **Schroeder Kacmar** as *Baby Richard (voice)*
- **Marco Eßer** as *Max (voice)*
- **Marc Thompson** as *Kiki (voice)*
- **Marcus Off** as *Claudius (voice)*
- **Nico Birnbaum** as *Möwe Roberto (voice)*
- **Kristine Knudsen** as *Additional voices*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream A Stork's Journey?
Streaming availability can be checked directly on the movie page via The Movie Database website.

### Q: Is A Stork's Journey worth watching?
It is worth watching for viewers interested in an animated family adventure about a sparrow trying to prove he is a stork.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes.

### Q: What alternate titles does the film have?
The film is also known as Richard the Stork, the German title Uberflieger - Kleine Vogel, grosses Geklapper, and Little Bird's Big Adventure.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Stork's Journey — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/378111)
- [Richard the Stork - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_the_Stork)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*