Ascension (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2021, Ascension is a documentary film directed by Jessica Kingdon, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. The absorbingly cinematic Ascension explores the pursuit of the “Chinese Dream.” Driven by mesmerizing—and sometimes humorous—imagery, this observational documentary presents a contemporary vision of China that prioritizes productivity and innovation above all.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Ascension has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel and rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ascension page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ascension tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ascension (2021)?
- In US, Ascension is available to stream on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ascension worth watching?
- Ascension holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Ascension released?
- Ascension was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.