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Why Me?

8.819851h 31mMovieDrama

The tragic story of Fat Cat, a mentally retarded man who endures the mistreatment of the local villagers, and Koko, the idealistic social worker who tries to give him a better life. Koko's battle against ignorance and apathy on Fat Cat's behalf takes its toll on them both.

DirectorKent Cheng Jak-Si
WritersKent Cheng Jak-Si·Philip Cheng Chung-Tai

Where to watch

Not available in United States
Streaming in 6 other countries

Why Me? isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Hong Kong SAR China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and 2 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Kent Cheng Jak-Si

Kent Cheng Jak-Si
Kent Cheng Jak-Si
Fat Cat
Olivia Cheng Man-Nga
Olivia Cheng Man-Nga
Koko Cheng
Chow Yun-Fat
Chow Yun-Fat
Mr. Chow
Lisa Chiao Chiao
Lisa Chiao Chiao
Fat Cat's Mother
Paul Chu Kong
Paul Chu Kong
Koko's Father
Tanny Tien Ni
Tanny Tien Ni
Koko's Mother
Ou-Yang Sha-Fei
Ou-Yang Sha-Fei
Koko's Grandmother
Karen Chan Ga-Yee
Karen Chan Ga-Yee
Ms. Chan
Eric Tsang Chi-Wai
Eric Tsang Chi-Wai
Eric
Shing Fui-On
Shing Fui-On
Jackson Ken
Jamie Luk Kim-Ming
Jamie Luk Kim-Ming
Ken's Rascal
Fofo Ma Seung-Ngok
Fofo Ma Seung-Ngok
Ken's Rascal

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Why Me? — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Why Me??

Why Me? isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Hong Kong SAR China, Indonesia and Malaysia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Why Me? on Netflix?

No, Why Me? is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is Why Me? on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Why Me? isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Why Me? for free?

Why Me? isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Why Me??

Why Me? hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 17, 1985. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.