Shaka Zulu
“A true story”
Series 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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 10 Episodes
55 min per episode
1986 – 1986
Premiered: Fri, Oct 24, 1986
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 10: “Part 10”
A long-ago foretold prophecy comes to pass when a proposal to negotiate a peaceful alliance between the Zulu Empire and Great Britain fails. Zulu Queen Mother Nandi finally dies, and Shaka, knowing his own fate is sealed, goes into a self-destructive rampage. Farewell returns to Zululand and meets with Shaka, who abandons his reign of terror. Shaka is finally murdered and his empire falls apart.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →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
Gordon Jackson
Prof. Bramston
Kenneth Griffith
Zacharias Abrahams
Conrad Magwaza
Senzagakona
Patrick Ndlovu
Mudli
Roland Mqwebu
Ngomane
Gugu Nxumalo
Mkabayi
Tu Nokwe
Pampata
Khumbulani Cele
Shaka (6-11)
Glen Gabela
Shaka (15-19)
Daphne Hlomuka
Queen Ntombazi
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William C. Faure
David Pollecutt
Alec Mills
Steve Sandrock, Anthony Shaw, Ettie M. Feldman
Leon Rautenbach, Ed Harper
Department Leadership Roster
Hans Nel
Production Design
David Pollecutt
Original Music Composer
Steve Sandrock
Editor
Anthony Shaw
Editor
Ettie M. Feldman
Editor
Alec Mills
Director of Photography
Ed Harper
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shaka Zulu
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What is Shaka Zulu about?
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.
How many seasons does Shaka Zulu have?
Shaka Zulu comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Shaka Zulu?
Key cast members in Shaka Zulu include Henry Cele, Dudu Mkhize, Edward Fox, Robert Powell, Trevor Howard.
Who created or directed Shaka Zulu?
Shaka Zulu was developed and directed by William C. Faure.