Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: SABC 1
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 7.1/10
Shaka Zulu
Overview
South Africa, 1823. The Zulu Empire, headed by King Shaka, a brilliant but ruthless military strategist, begin to encroach on the British colony of Cape Town. A volunteer cadre of explorers, mercenaries and professional soldiers are sent to Zululand to try to make contact with Shaka and assess the real threat of his army.
This production, originally released in 1986, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, Action & Adventure, War & Politics genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.1 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama and Action & Adventure.
- • Produced in Germany, South Africa, United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Henry Cele
Shaka
Dudu Mkhize
Nandi
Edward Fox
Lt. Francis Farewell
Robert Powell
Dr. Henry Fynn
Trevor Howard
Lord Charles Somerset
Fiona Fullerton
Elizabeth Farewell
Christopher Lee
Lord Bathurst
Roy Dotrice
George IV
Seasons
Miniseries
10 Episodes • Aired 1986-10-24
South Africa, 1823. The Zulu Empire, headed by King Shaka, a brilliant but ruthless military strategist, begin to encroach on the British colony of Cape Town. A volunteer cadre of explorers, mercenaries and professional soldiers are sent to Zululand to try to make contact with Shaka and assess the real threat of his army.
