Son (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2015, Son is a drama film directed by Darrell James Roodt, running about 88 minutes. “At thy call we shall not falter, Firm and steadfast we shall stand” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 1981. Apartheid is taking a heavy toll on South Africa. Townships are burning, and on the border with Angola, a war is raging. Young men are called up to military duty right after school, and sent to battle the "Rooi Gevaar" the threat of communist oppression. Paul is one of those boys. He is smart, handsome, and ambitious, with dreams of becoming a medical doctor one day. The story starts during the summer holiday, after Paul has matriculated. He is determined to enjoy these few weeks before he has to report to the military. In January, Paul leaves for the Army, basic training,and finally, the war on the border. During a skirmish with the enemy, Paul is seriously wounded. He gets sent home, and everything is in jeopardy. Can Paul put together the very broken pieces of his life?
Who’s in it. Son stars Deanre Reiners as Paul, Chris de Clerq as Johannes, Elzette Maarschalk as Aletta and Candice Weber as Anna-Marie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Son has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Son (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Son worth watching?
- Son holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Son?
- Son stars Deanre Reiners, Chris de Clerq, Elzette Maarschalk, Candice Weber and Johan Hanekom.
- When was Son released?
- Son was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.