Vaya (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 2017, Vaya is a drama film directed by Akin Omotoso, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Three separate stories create a gripping yet compassionate portrait of small-town characters immersed in the intimidating, alluring, and dangerous world of big-city Johannesburg and Soweto.
Who’s in it. Vaya stars Warren Masemola as Xolani, Harriet Manamela as Grace, Mncedisi Shabangu as Madoda and Phuthi Nakene as Patricia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Vaya 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 Vaya page.
If you liked it. Fans of Vaya tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Vaya (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Vaya change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Vaya worth watching?
- Vaya 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 Vaya?
- Vaya stars Warren Masemola, Harriet Manamela, Mncedisi Shabangu, Phuthi Nakene and Zimkhitha Nyoka.
- When was Vaya released?
- Vaya was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.
