Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

---

This episode of Open Secrets explores the rise of triads in Hong Kong, from underground societies to powerful groups with influence over politics and society.

Focusing on the events of July 21st, 2019, when violent attacks shocked the city during ongoing protests, the documentary examines the alleged links between organised crime and those in power. Through interviews with activists, former triad members and officials, it investigates how these relationships developed and what they mean for Hong Kong’s future.

This is a powerful look at crime, influence and the hidden forces shaping one of the world’s most complex cities.




Subscribe to True Lives: bit.ly/3dBMxvl

This film was first broadcast: 2022

Check us out on Facebook: facebook.com/OurStoriesChannel

Watch More Documentaries
True Lives - bit.ly/3A8xRMJ
Up Close - youtube.com/@UpCloseITVS
Our History - bit.ly/3rUpdhL
Our World - bit.ly/3ftuckM
Our Stories - bit.ly/3ynfFyk
Taste - bit.ly/3OZoDcV
Blueprint - bit.ly/3ZK5UdD

True Lives brings you fascinating stories of social interest from around the world. You can discover award winning documentaries, films and groundbreaking reports that capture the complexities of our daily life, with stories that will entertain, inspire and inform.

Content distributed by ITV Studios.

#TrueLives #OpenSecrets #HongKong #Triads #OrganisedCrime #Politics #Documentary #Protests #HiddenPower #GlobalIssues