Cockroach (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film
Released in 2020, Cockroach is a notable film directed by Ai Weiwei.
What it’s about. In February 2019, the Hong Kong government proposed a bill that would have allowed the extradition of criminal suspects from Hong Kong to face trial in mainland China. The controversial bill sparked immediate outrage over widespread fear of arbitrary detention and politically motivated trials that would decimate Hong Kong’s autonomy under ‘one country, two systems.’ Protests escalated into epic pro-democracy demonstrations, in part led by young people connected via social media. COCKROACH, filmed during the height of the protests, captures the extraordinary intensity of an unprecedented era in Hong Kong’s history.
Who’s in it. Cockroach stars Denise Ho as Herself.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cockroach page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cockroach (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cockroach change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Cockroach?
- Cockroach stars Denise Ho.
- When was Cockroach released?
- Cockroach was released in 2020.