Waiting for Hockney (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2008, Waiting for Hockney is a documentary film directed by Julie Checkoway, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. A young working class Baltimore man spends 10 years on a single portrait, believing it is his means to fame and fortune. But he also believes that only one man can lead him there---the famous artist David Hockney. What happens when you finally meet the god of your own making?
Who’s in it. Waiting for Hockney stars Billy Pappas as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Waiting for Hockney has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waiting for Hockney page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Waiting for Hockney (2008)?
- In US, Waiting for Hockney is available to stream on Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Waiting for Hockney worth watching?
- Waiting for Hockney holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Waiting for Hockney?
- Waiting for Hockney stars Billy Pappas.
- When was Waiting for Hockney released?
- Waiting for Hockney was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.