Arende
Series Overview
Epic drama follows a group of Boers during significant events in South African history. The first series is primarily set on St. Helena and follows the lives of Boer prisoners-of-war at Deadwood Camp. Among them is Sloet Steenkamp, a Cape Rebel whose death sentence was commuted to life imprisonment on the island. The second series shifts to post-war mainland South Africa, where the Boers, though returned, still struggle for freedom. New characters are introduced, including Meisie, who is mute due to trauma, and her mother Cornelia, who seeks revenge. In the third series, Sloet and his friends, yearning to escape British rule, embark on the Dorsland Trek, a perilous journey across the Kalahari Desert in search of freedom beyond South Africa's borders.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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Broadcast Syndication
3 Seasons • 33 Episodes
1989 – 1994
Premiered: Thu, Apr 27, 1989
Latest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 13: “Episode 13”
Finale. The trek party finally gets to the road, to their great relief. But Witbooi and his men lie in wait and they land in an ambush.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul C. Venter, Dirk de Villiers
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What is Arende about?
Epic drama follows a group of Boers during significant events in South African history. The first series is primarily set on St. Helena and follows the lives of Boer prisoners-of-war at Deadwood Camp. Among them is Sloet Steenkamp, a Cape Rebel whose death sentence was commuted to life imprisonment on the island. The second series shifts to post-war mainland South Africa, where the Boers, though returned, still struggle for freedom. New characters are introduced, including Meisie, who is mute due to trauma, and her mother Cornelia, who seeks revenge. In the third series, Sloet and his friends, yearning to escape British rule, embark on the Dorsland Trek, a perilous journey across the Kalahari Desert in search of freedom beyond South Africa's borders.
How many seasons does Arende have?
Arende comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Arende?
Key cast members in Arende include Ian Roberts, Gavin Van Den Berg, Michelle Botes, Brian O'Shaughnessy, James White.
Who created or directed Arende?
Arende was developed and directed by Paul C. Venter, Dirk de Villiers.