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Square Pegs (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Series · ★ 5

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Released in 2002, Square Pegs is a comedy series.

What it’s about. Square Pegs was a Hong Kong television series 2003. The program's title is an abbreviated reference to the English idiomatic phrase "square peg in a round hole." The series was the runaway success of 2003, commanding a viewership of 3.5 million or roughly half of Hong Kong's population during the last week of its broadcast, and breaking TVB's ten-year ratings record. It also went on to win four awards for its two lead actors in the TVB 36th Anniversary Awards, and made both Roger Kwok and Jessica Hsuan household names in the territory.

Who’s in it. Square Pegs stars Roger Kwok Chun-On as Ting Seung Wong (Ah Wong), Raymond Cho Wing-Lim as Bao Gai Chung, Leila Tong as Ling Choi Dip and Jessica Hsuan Huen as Ling Choi Fung, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Square Pegs has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Square Pegs page.

If you liked it. Fans of Square Pegs tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Square Pegs (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Square Pegs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Square Pegs worth watching?
Square Pegs holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Square Pegs?
Square Pegs stars Roger Kwok Chun-On, Raymond Cho Wing-Lim, Leila Tong, Jessica Hsuan Huen and Winnie Yeung Yuen-Yee.
When was Square Pegs released?
Square Pegs was released in 2002.