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Zonk! (1950): cast, story & where to watch

1950 · Film

Zonk! poster

Released in 1950, Zonk! is a notable film directed by Hyman Kirstein, running about 57 minutes.

What it’s about. Zonk! shows the extraordinary cultural range available to township Africans, from the many ethnic strains of music from South Africa itself to contemporary American jazz and popular music, eagerly copied and Africanised.

Who’s in it. Zonk! stars Sylvester Phalane as Himself, Richard Majola as Himself, Daniel Lekoape as Himself and Hessie Kerry as Herself, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zonk! page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Zonk! (1950)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zonk! change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Zonk!?
Zonk! stars Sylvester Phalane, Richard Majola, Daniel Lekoape, Hessie Kerry and Timothy Zwane.
When was Zonk! released?
Zonk! was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.