Number Please? The Movie (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, Number Please? The Movie is a comedy film directed by Henk Hugo, running about 88 minutes. “Excuse me! (Hoesê!)” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Hoesê!" This is a film based on the South African sitcom by the same name; such name referring to the manual telephone system operated by one of the cast. In addition to the usual (mostly mature) cast, pretty girl Zoli Marki muddles things up. Add to this a mix-up with a heyday homelands casino for further comedy and confusion.
Who’s in it. Number Please? The Movie stars Alex Heyns as Fasie de Waal, Miems de Bruyn as Kriekie de Waal, Johan van der Merwe as Jan de Waal and Woutrine Theron as Grieta, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Number Please? The Movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Number Please? The Movie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Number Please? The Movie (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Number Please? The Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Number Please? The Movie?
- Number Please? The Movie stars Alex Heyns, Miems de Bruyn, Johan van der Merwe, Woutrine Theron and Benn Potgieter.
- When was Number Please? The Movie released?
- Number Please? The Movie was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.