Prison Architect (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2018, Prison Architect is a drama film directed by Cao Fei, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. The two protagonists – an architect and a prisoner living in parallel realities in the present time and an ambiguous distanced past, respectively – conjure up imaginations and experiences of imprisonment. In their dialogue across space and time they debate the relations between humans, the world, and freedom. They talk of visible and invisible imprisonment, existentialism as a means of self-redemption, and at the same time question the relationship of humans to the space around them. An attempt at reconciliation with the world and human nature.
Who’s in it. Prison Architect stars Valerie Chow and Kwan Sheung Chi.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Prison Architect 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 Prison Architect page.
If you liked it. Fans of Prison Architect tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Prison Architect (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prison Architect change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Prison Architect worth watching?
- Prison Architect holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Prison Architect?
- Prison Architect stars Valerie Chow and Kwan Sheung Chi.
- When was Prison Architect released?
- Prison Architect was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.