Petition (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2009, Petition is a documentary film directed by Zhao Liang, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. The dysfunctional Chinese justice system allows citizens with grievances against their local governments to petition the court to clear or correct their record. Yet in order to do so, the petitioners must travel to Beijing to file paperwork and wait an indefinite period to plead their case. Following the saga of a group of petitioners over the years of 1996 and 2008, Petition unfolds like a novel by Zola or Dickens. This was filmed surreptitiously from the point of view of the petitioners, and not the justice officials, the police, or those heavies sent by the municipalities.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Petition 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 Petition page.
If you liked it. Fans of Petition 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 Petition (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Petition change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Petition worth watching?
- Petition holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Petition released?
- Petition was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.