The Trough (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2018, The Trough is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Nick Cheung, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Yu Chau is a cop who has gone so deep undercover within the triad. He can no longer tell which side of the law he's on. When he accidentally kills one of his pals in an operation, he runs off into the boonies to lick his wounds. Upon his return, he teams up with fellow officers Jim and Jackie to catch a triad Boss, only to unveil collusion with government officials at the highest level. Yu Chau once again faces the dilemma of taking the law into his own hands...
Who’s in it. The Trough stars Xu Jinglei as Boss, Nick Cheung as Yu Chau, Lam Suet as Bo The Nine Fingers and Ni Dahong as Mr Zhen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Trough 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 The Trough page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trough tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trough (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trough change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Trough worth watching?
- The Trough holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Trough?
- The Trough stars Xu Jinglei, Nick Cheung, Lam Suet, Ni Dahong and Vithaya Pansringarm.
- When was The Trough released?
- The Trough was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.