
The Number
2017, English. Directed by Khalo Matabane.
After a young protégé's murder confirms a prison gang leader's growing misgivings about his life inside, he joins a reform-minded warden's efforts to improve the prison, eyeing it as a path to early release. Gaining fulfillment and self-worth, he becomes a valued partner in the new changes before explosive gang resistance forces a deadly choice between the gangster he is and the changing man he knows he now is.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 7 September 2017
- Country
- South Africa
- Written by
- Paul Ian Johnson
- Budget
- $650K
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How long is The Number?
The Number runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
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Which OTT platform is The Number on?
The Number isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Number?
If you liked The Number, try Convict, Bronson, State Property.
Who directed The Number?
The Number (2017) was directed by Khalo Matabane and stars Mothusi Magano, Kevin Smith, Lemogang Tsipa.