The Orphan
The Orphan
1975, Xhosa. Directed by Simon Sabela.
A powerful story of a small boy who puts up a struggle against all odds of life. He wins through to become top surgeon. Even this has it's problems.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Xhosa
- Rated
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- Released
- 1 January 1975
- Original title
- Inkedama
- Country
- South Africa
- Written by
- Bettie Alberts, David Shreeve, Bernard Buys
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How long is The Orphan?
The Orphan runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does The Orphan have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is The Orphan on?
The Orphan isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1975. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Orphan?
If you liked The Orphan, try Richard Jewell, Odd Thomas, Phenomenon.
Who directed The Orphan?
The Orphan (1975) was directed by Simon Sabela and stars Ray Msengana, Cynthia Shange, Sam Williams.