The Smell of Apples
2026, Afrikaans. Directed by John Trengove.
In the white utopia of 1970’s Apartheid South Africa, a young boy’s summer holiday becomes a test of his love for his father.
In the insulated bubble of white Apartheid South Africa, Marnus, a sheltered 11-year old boy accuses the grandson of his family’s domestic worker of steeling his fishing rod. A brutal chain of events is set in motion, shattering the illusion of his family’s wholesome facade.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Afrikaans
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- Released
- 11 September 2026
- Original title
- Die Reuk van Appels
- Country
- South Africa, Netherlands, Chile, France, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Christopher Ciancimino, John Trengove
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What The Smell of Apples is based on
The Smell of Apples is adapted from a novel.
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The Smell of Apples runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
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The Smell of Apples isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 September 2026. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Smell of Apples?
If you liked The Smell of Apples, try Escape from Pretoria, The Best of Enemies, A United Kingdom.
Who directed The Smell of Apples?
The Smell of Apples (2026) was directed by John Trengove and stars Dawian van der Westhuizen, Hilton Pelser, Maude Sandham.
What is The Smell of Apples based on?
The Smell of Apples is adapted from a novel.