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1. Shaka iLembe (2023– )
Action, Drama, History
Explores the story of the making of the iconic African king, from his childhood through to adulthood, during the 1700s.
Stars: Nomzamo Mbatha, Ntando Zondi, Senzo Radebe, Dawn Thandeka King
Votes: 466
2. The Book of Negroes (2015)
265 min | Drama, History, War
Kidnapped in Africa and subsequently enslaved in South Carolina, Aminata must navigate a revolution in New York, isolation in Nova Scotia, and the treacherous jungles of Sierra Leone, in an attempt to secure her freedom in the eighteenth century.
Stars: Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Lyriq Bent, Ben Chaplin, Allan Hawco
Votes: 2,267
3. Hard to Get (I) (2014)
Not Rated | 91 min | Action, Romance
When SKIETS, an enigmatic, beautiful stranger walks into small rural township tavern and demands a beer, TK, a charming local lothario sets out to seduce her in order to prove his prowess ... See full summary »
Director: Zee Ntuli | Stars: Thishiwe Ziqubu, Pallance Dladla, Israel Matseke-Zulu, Jerry Mofokeng
Votes: 257
4. Shuga (2009– )
24 min | Drama
Daring drama, set across multiple countries, that follows the lives of young people as they encounter love, lust, and the challenges of growing up.
Stars: Mohau Cele, Jemima Osunde, Ange Eric N'Guessan, Timini Egbuson
Votes: 115
5. Red Ink (2024)
Thriller
When Lucy, a PR consultant, agrees to write a book about a convicted serial killer, she's thrust into a world of violence and dark secrets, uncovering a criminal conspiracy that puts her and her family's lives at risk.
Stars: Nqobile Khumalo, Bonko Khoza, Tsholofelo Maseko, Kwenzo Ngcobo
Votes: 23
6. iNumber Number (2017)
45 min | Action, Drama
Stars: Tsholofelo Matshaba, S'Dumo Mtshali, Presley Chweneyagae, Mncedisi Shabangu
Votes: 25
8. Madiba (2017– )
TV-PG | Biography, Drama, History
A landmark six-part miniseries on the life of Nelson Mandela.
Stars: Laurence Fishburne, Orlando Jones, David Harewood, Michael Nyqvist
Votes: 312
9. The Fury (2022)
101 min | Thriller
Unable to find justice for her sister, who killed herself after being raped a decade ago, avenging angel Zola Kunene lures the man she believes responsible to an empty apartment - She ties ... See full summary »
Director: Tim Greene | Stars: Keenan Arrison, Duane Behrens, James Cuningham, Lebogang Fisher
Votes: 40
10. Blood Psalms (2022– )
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Set in Ancient Africa, one thousand days after the fall of Atlantis, 'Blood Psalms' explores the story of the five surviving houses of Kemet as they find themselves beset with fears of a prophesied end of days.
Stars: Mothusi Magano, Sello Maake Ka-Ncube, Faith Baloyi, Zolisa Xaluva
Votes: 46
11. Tell Me Sweet Something (2015)
90 min | Comedy
TELL ME SWEET SOMETHING tells the story of Moratiwa, an aspiring writer who owns and runs a bookstore in the heart of Johannesburg. The bookstore, like her love life, is not experiencing ... See full summary »
Director: Akin Omotoso | Stars: John Barker, Thomas Gumede, Maps Maponyane, Nomzamo Mbatha
Votes: 265
12. The Imposter S1 (2017– )
Drama
Twin sisters, Mantwa and Matshepo Tau find themselves at war as a consequence of a moment that changed their lives. One of the sisters breaks out of prison after spending seventeen years ... See full summary »
Star: Thishiwe Ziqubu
13. Low Rider
Drama | Post-production
Quinn flies from London to Cape Town to search for her father. On her way she forms a bond with a charismatic stranger, Harley, who then offers to help her to find her elusive father.
Director: Campbell X | Stars: Emma McDonald, Brümilda van Rensburg, Jacques Gombault, Thishiwe Ziqubu
14. While You Weren't Looking (2015)
104 min | Drama
The story outlines the lives of the gay and lesbian experience and relationships in a contemporary South Africa.
Director: Catherine Stewart | Stars: Camilla Waldman, Sandi Schultz, Fezile Mpela, Lionel Newton
Votes: 50
15. Man on Ground (2011)
80 min | Drama
Ade and Femi are expatriate Nigerian brothers. Ade is a successful banker in London, while Femi, once a political dissident in his home country, has had to escape to South Africa, live in ... See full summary »
Director: Akin Omotoso | Stars: Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Fabian Adeoye Lojede, Fana Mokoena, Thishiwe Ziqubu
Votes: 43
16. It's Complicated (2015–2016)
Drama
The relationships between two sets of old friends are put to the test when secrets, lies, and hidden agendas begin to come to surface.
Stars: Atandwa Kani, Connie Chiume, Fikile Mthwalo, Rorisang Motuba
Votes: 7
17. White by Night
16 min | Short, Drama, Horror | Post-production
June, 1986. Township princess Patience must step in as domestic worker at her mother's employers' house. But all is not as it seems in the mansion, where so many of her predecessors have given their lives to the house.
Director: Elan Gamaker | Stars: Susanne Wuest, Clayton Evertson, Nandi Nyembe, Thishiwe Ziqubu
19. Wonder Boy for President (2016)
89 min | Comedy
"Wonder Boy for President" tells a story of a charismatic young man from the Eastern Cape who is coerced into running for president by two corrupt characters. It is a political satire that ... See full summary »
Director: John Barker | Stars: Kagiso Lediga, Tony Miyambo, Ntosh Madlingozi, Thishiwe Ziqubu
Votes: 131
20. Into Infinity (2019)
Short, Adventure, Sci-Fi
A student has created a scientific procedure that proves the existence of a life-after-death. Now she is willing to put everything on the line, including herself, to leap into the unknown and face the final frontier... But will she return?
Director: Brendan C. Campbell | Stars: Treasure Tshabalala, Nandi Nyembe, Patricia Boyer, Thishiwe Ziqubu
Votes: 6
21. Sina Nomakotshana (2018)
27 min | Short
A young Zulu girl has to juggle her passion for dance, her partner and girlfriend and the traditional rituals of her steadfastly religious family.
Director: Thishiwe Ziqubu
22. The Award Ceremony (2021)
9 min | Short, Drama
On what should be the most prestigious day of her 8 years on earth, Princess Mahakwe is humiliated in front of the whole school.
Director: Mmabatho Montsho | Stars: Kgalalelo Mfokazane, Sindi Montsho, Thishiwe Ziqubu
23. Measure of A Woman (2018)
20 min | Short
Director: Sara Blecher | Stars: Michael Appel, Nhlakanipho Manqele, Hlubi Mboya, Mandisa Nduna
24. The Deep Dark Sleep
17 min | Short, Drama | Post-production
An intellectually arrogant writer with escapist tendencies must confront the reality of her impoverished mother and the political situation of her people beyond her empty words. This honest... See full summary »
Director: Thishiwe Ziqubu
25.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 1
(2019)
Drama
Sol arrives back to the Zenzele Township from prison, and takes no time to make a move on Khensani's cousin, Arabeng. In the meantime, Q, Reggie, and Bongi have moved to buzzing Braamfontein in inner-city Johannesburg.
Directors: Thabang Moleya, Thishiwe Ziqubu | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
26.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 2
(2019)
Drama
Zamo is excited to launch her new nail bar but a last minute supplier let down forces her to make a new arrangement. Khensani devises a way to disrupt Sol's plans. And Q, who is besotted by Dineo, is shocked to discover her secret life.
Directors: Thabang Moleya, Thishiwe Ziqubu | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
27.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 3
(2019)
Drama
Reggie meets Monareng, a handsome colleague who offers work tips, but Reggie wonders if there is more between them. Meanwhile, Sol seeks a nefarious means of income after his taxi rights are revoked, and Q confronts Dineo about her secret.
Directors: Thabang Moleya, Thishiwe Ziqubu | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
28.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 4
(2019)
Drama
Unbeknownst to Ipeleng, brother Lemo starts drug dealing. Arabeng discovers the truth about her 'bone pills' medication and Bongi continues on her path of positive living. Also, is Reggie is falling in love?
Directors: Vivek Mehta, Thishiwe Ziqubu | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
29.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 5
(2019)
Drama
As Zamo discovers there's more to life than business, Sol comes face to face with his past. Meanwhile, Ipeleng and Daniel grow closer, Q and Dineo try to make it work, and Reggie finally sees his father, which doesn't end well.
Directors: Thishiwe Ziqubu, Vivek Mehta | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
30.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 8
(2019)
Drama
Whilst Ipeleng is making rash decisions, Sol and Amahle are having a heart to heart. Q has to deal with the consequences of his actions, and Zamo sees something that causes her world to come crashing down.
Directors: Thishiwe Ziqubu, Mlu Godola | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
31.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 9
(2019)
Drama
As Andile refuses to leave Zamo alone after she breaks things off, Zamo is forced to take matters into her own hands. Q finds his second wind after he's kicked out of college. Sol is done ... See full summary »
Director: Thishiwe Ziqubu | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
32.
Shuga (2009– )
Episode:
MTV Shuga: Down South 2 - Episode 10
(2019)
Drama
In this final episode, Q's idea for a Sports Centre brings the community together. Meanwhile, Reggie comes face to face with disapproving father, Abel, and Zamo is determined to keep Andile... See full summary »
Director: Thishiwe Ziqubu | Stars: Thuso Mbedu, Ayanda Makayi, Given Stuurman, Mohau Cele
33.
Emoyeni (2018)
Episode:
Intombi YaNgale (The Girl from the Other Side)
(2018)
Sci-Fi
An ethereal being with a mission to save troubled souls struggles with her desire to experience life as a human. As an Unborn, Zen must fulfill her missions in a short amount of time and ... See full summary »
Director: Thishiwe Ziqubu | Stars: Mandisa Nduna, Ebenhaezer Letago, Nomonde Mbusi, Motlatsi Mafatshe
34.
Emoyeni (2018)
Episode:
Tshenolo (Revelation)
(2018)
Sci-Fi
When the celebrated journalist Phakamile loses his eight-year-old daughter, Zinhle, his marriage and career fall apart and he succumbs to a life of drinking. His estranged wife and boss ... See full summary »
Director: P.J. 'Pheello' Makosholo | Stars: Uzulakhe Uzzie Funani, Sayitsheni Mdakhi, Nozipho Nkelemba
35.
Emoyeni (2018)
Episode:
Umnyama Ongenafu (Illusion)
(2018)
Sci-Fi
Bonga is an ambitious brand manager and aspiring socialite building a life and career with his girlfriend Lily. At the doorstep of success, Bonga and Lily's fashion label is about to be ... See full summary »
Director: Mmabatho Montsho | Stars: Ferry Jele, Bokang Phelane, Thabo Rametsi
36.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
Fire From Heaven
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Eighteen years ago, King Letsha of the Akachi sacrificed his wife in an attempt to give life to the god of magic. He learns of a prophesied end of days inexplicably linked to his newborn child, Princess Zazi.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Bokang Phelane, Mothusi Magano, Sello Maake Ka-Ncube, Faith Baloyi
Votes: 9
37.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
Isis Unveiled
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Upon Zazi's 18th birthday, the tribes of the realm begin to gather for the wedding of King Letsha to an Uchawi princess. He learns that to save himself and his throne, he must sacrifice his daughter, who is secretly pregnant.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
38.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
A Hole in the Wall
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Despite the celebratory atmosphere, the Akachi soldiers are on edge. The full moon means the Chini will soon transform into were-hyenas. Princess Zazi reveals a deeper secret when the prophecy begins to unfold.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
39.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
Ballad of Burden
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
In the aftermath of a cataclysmic event, the Akachi scramble to keep the peace. Senator Jabari plots to reclaim his tribe's lands, and the princes of the Ku'ua tribe choose between war and peace.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
40.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
Fire in the Hole
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Faced with an impossible decision and a shattering betrayal, King Letsha descends further into madness. His advisors try to reassure the council, and the Senator from Great Nziwemabwe makes his move.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
41.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
A Day to a God is a Thousand Years...
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
The wedding preparations begin. The Ku'ua women attend the ceremony while the warriors disagree about what to do next. The Chini wrestle with their secrets after the Chini Hour, while a secret order swears to protect the princess.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
42.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
The Precession of the Equinoxes
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Zazi discovers her powers are beginning to manifest. The Uchawi royal party is attacked while General Toka is arrested for a heinous crime. Queen Assilli plots with Nkamanzu, while the Akachi people seek answers.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
43.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
Götterdämmerung
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
General Toka is exiled and the wedding begins. King Letsha shocks his wedding guests and descends into madness. Zazi's escape plan takes shape, while the Senator prepares to seize the citadel.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
44.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
Horus Rising
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Assilli plots to take over the throne. Zazi begins to explore her powers, but is captured and taken to be burnt alive. The Senator summons his warriors and his plan takes effect.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
45.
Blood Psalms (2022– )
Episode:
The Return of the Gods
(2022)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Burruti of the Chini manages to snatch Zazi's body and takes her to the Chini high priestess to be saved. The citadel is under siege, with everyone held hostage.
Director: Jahmil X.T. Qubeka | Stars: Faith Baloyi, Ayanda Daweti, Hein de Vries, Hamilton Dlamini
46.
Shaka iLembe (2023– )
Episode:
The Flower of eLangeni
(2023)
60 min | Action, Drama, History
Princess Nandi of the Langeni clan falls for Prince Senzangakhona of the Zulu. But their romance sparks war when Prince Zwide of rival Ndwandwe blames Senzangakhona, declaring war against the Zulus.
Director: Angus Gibson | Stars: Nomzamo Mbatha, Ntando Zondi, Senzo Radebe, Dawn Thandeka King
Votes: 78
47.
Shaka iLembe (2023– )
Episode:
An Eye for an Eye
(2023)
50 min | Action, Drama, History
A Sangoma investigates Queen Ntombazi for King Langa's murder, but not all is as it seems. The Zulu receive a prophecy of a future, great king.
Director: Angus Gibson | Stars: Nomzamo Mbatha, Ntando Zondi, Senzo Radebe, Dawn Thandeka King
Votes: 32
48.
Shaka iLembe (2023– )
Episode:
King Jobe's Wrath
(2023)
49 min | Action, Drama, History
As the Zulus face the Ndwandwe army, an ally emerges to support them. Queen Ntombazi embarks on a journey to the Mthethwa capital.
Director: Zeno Petersen | Stars: Nomzamo Mbatha, Ntando Zondi, Senzo Radebe, Dawn Thandeka King
Votes: 25
49.
Shaka iLembe (2023– )
Episode:
Welcome Mlilwana
(2023)
49 min | Action, Drama, History
Prince Godongwana and Baleka escape but their freedom is short-lived. Princess Nandi faces the shock of her pregnancy.
Director: Zeno Petersen | Stars: Nomzamo Mbatha, Ntando Zondi, Senzo Radebe, Dawn Thandeka King
Votes: 29
50.
Shaka iLembe (2023– )
Episode:
A Zulu Wedding
(2023)
49 min | Action, Drama, History
King Senzangakhona proposes to Nandi. A crisis unfolds in KwaNdwandwe.
Director: Zeno Petersen | Stars: Nomzamo Mbatha, Ntando Zondi, Senzo Radebe, Dawn Thandeka King
Votes: 26