TV series
Shaka Zulu
1986, English, on SABC 1. Created by William C. Faure.
A true story
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.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 10
- Episode length
- 55 min
- Status
- Ended in 1986
Worth the Hype
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7.2/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Latest episode
S1 E10: Part 10
Aired 19 December 1986
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- William C. FaureCreator
- Henry CeleShaka · 10 ep
- Dudu MkhizeNandi · 10 ep
- Edward FoxLt. Francis Farewell · 10 ep
- Robert PowellDr. Henry Fynn · 10 ep
- Trevor HowardLord Charles Somerset · 10 ep
- Fiona FullertonElizabeth Farewell · 10 ep
- Christopher LeeLord Bathurst · 10 ep
- Roy DotriceGeorge IV · 10 ep
- Gordon JacksonProf. Bramston · 10 ep
- Kenneth GriffithZacharias Abrahams · 10 ep
- Conrad MagwazaSenzagakona · 10 ep
- Patrick NdlovuMudli · 10 ep
Details
- First aired
- 24 October 1986
- Last aired
- 19 December 1986
- Network
- SABC 1
- Language
- English
- Country
- South Africa
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- TV-14
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Shaka Zulu: quick answers
Is Shaka Zulu worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of Shaka Zulu are there?
Shaka Zulu has 1 season and 10 episodes, about 55 minutes each.
Is Shaka Zulu finished?
Yes. Shaka Zulu ended in 1986, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Shaka Zulu on?
Shaka Zulu isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Shaka Zulu parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shaka Zulu is rated TV-14. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Shaka Zulu?
If you liked Shaka Zulu, try Andor, Shōgun, Ahsoka.
Who created Shaka Zulu?
Shaka Zulu was created by William C. Faure and stars Henry Cele, Dudu Mkhize, Edward Fox.