Chris Hemsworth wraps crime-thriller 'Kockroach' with Taron Egerton in Australia
The Condemned
Last updated: June 5, 2026
Chris Hemsworth has completed filming on the Australian crime-thriller "Kockroach," directed by Matt Ross and starring Taron Egerton. The film reimagines Kafka's "Metamorphosis" as a dark, supernatural crime saga set in New York's criminal underworld.
- "Kockroach" is a genre-bending crime drama based on William Lashner's novel, with a screenplay by Jonathan Ames.
- The plot centers on a mysterious stranger who infiltrates the New York underworld, transforming into a powerful crime boss.
- A key element is a "fun and gory supernatural element" where Hemsworth's character evolves from a cockroach into a gangster, offering a unique twist on Kafka's novella.
- The film boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Zazie Beetz, Alec Baldwin, Rachel Sennott, and Brian Geraghty, alongside Hemsworth and Egerton.
- Filming took place in Sydney, Australia, supported by Screen NSW and the Australian Government.
- Chris Hemsworth expressed significant enjoyment during the production, calling it "possibly the most fun I've had on a set."
- Producers Andrew Lazar and Christina Weiss Lurie are attached, with Black Bear handling international rights and distribution handled by CAA Media Finance and Range Select.
