Hen (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2026, Hen is an adventure and drama film directed by György Pálfi, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Escaping from a chicken farm, a hen finds refuge in the courtyard of a crumbling restaurant. There, she discovers love, confronts the pecking order, and fights to protect her eggs from a greedy owner. Her droll yet touching quest for motherhood mirrors the messy compromises and silent struggles of human lives.
Who’s in it. Hen stars Yannis Kokiasmenos as Restaurant Owner, Maria Diakopanagiotou as The Girl, Argyris Pandazaras as The Boy and Antonis Kafetzopoulos as Smuggler Boss, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Hen has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hen tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hen (2026)?
- In GB, Hen is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hen worth watching?
- Hen holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hen?
- Hen stars Yannis Kokiasmenos, Maria Diakopanagiotou, Argyris Pandazaras, Antonis Kafetzopoulos and Antonis Tsiotsiopoulos.
- When was Hen released?
- Hen was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.