Winning a Continent (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1916, Winning a Continent is a drama and history film directed by Harold M. Shaw, running about 54 minutes.
What it’s about. This epic film was one of the first South African dramatic film productions. It tells the story of the Boers’ Great Trek at the end of the 1830s, concluding with a hegemonic reconstruction of the 1838 Battle of Blood River, where a few hundred armed Afrikaners defeated several thousand Zulus.
Who’s in it. Winning a Continent stars Dick Cruikshanks as Piet Retief, Caroline Frances Cooke as Lenie Retief, Jackie Turnbull as Piet Retief Junior and Bobby Rowson as Willie van Rensburg, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Winning a Continent has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Winning a Continent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Winning a Continent tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Winning a Continent (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Winning a Continent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Winning a Continent worth watching?
- Winning a Continent holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Winning a Continent?
- Winning a Continent stars Dick Cruikshanks, Caroline Frances Cooke, Jackie Turnbull, Bobby Rowson and Stephen Ewart.
- When was Winning a Continent released?
- Winning a Continent was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.