Egg (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2019, Egg is a drama film directed by Wang Quan'an, running about 100 minutes. “The woman of the steppes, the cop, and the egg” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A naked woman is found murdered in the Mongolian steppe. Overnight, a young and inexperienced policeman has to secure the crime scene. Since he is not familiar with the dangers on site, a local herder is sent to guard him and the body. This resolute woman in her mid-thirties knows how to handle a rifle – and how to scare away wolves. She lights a fire against the cold. Alcohol also helps them to stay warm. At her instigation, the two get closer to each other. The next morning, they will go their separate ways.
Who’s in it. Egg stars Dulamjav Enkhtaivan as Herdswoman, Aorigeletu as Herdsman, Norovsambuu Batmunkh as Young Policeman and Gangtemuer Arild as Chief of Police, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Egg has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Egg page.
If you liked it. Fans of Egg tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Egg (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Egg change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Egg worth watching?
- Egg holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Egg?
- Egg stars Dulamjav Enkhtaivan, Aorigeletu, Norovsambuu Batmunkh, Gangtemuer Arild and B. Anujin.
- When was Egg released?
- Egg was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.