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Poppie Nongena

8.020201h 35mMovieDrama

Based on a true story: South Africa, mid 70s. When her husband becomes too ill to work, Poppie is deemed by the law to be an illegal resident in her own country. Based on the Elsa Joubert novel regarded as one of the best African novels of the century.

DirectorChristiaan Olwagen
WritersChristiaan Olwagen·Saartjie Botha

Where to watch

Not available in Canada
Streaming in 19 other countries

Poppie Nongena isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Argentina, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil and 15 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Christiaan Olwagen

CMClementine Mosimane
Clementine Mosimane
Poppie Nongena
AMAnna-Mart van der Merwe
Anna-Mart van der Merwe
Antoinette Swanepoel
CGChris Gxalaba
Chris Gxalaba
Stone Nongena
NN
Nomsa Nene
Lena
DN
Deon Nebulane
Plank
AS
Aphiwe Sithole
Bonisile Nongena
NHNicole Holm
Nicole Holm
Mrs. Retief
LM
Letlotlo Zimkhitha Mohlabeng
Thandi Nongena
TNThembaletu Ntuli
Thembaletu Ntuli
Weekend Nongena
KB
Kathryn Beulah
Chrissie Swanepoel
RMRolanda Marais
Rolanda Marais
Magriet Swanepoel
DMDawid Minnaar
Dawid Minnaar
Jan Swanepoel

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Poppie Nongena — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Poppie Nongena?

Poppie Nongena isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Argentina, Bolivia and Brazil and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Poppie Nongena on Netflix?

No, Poppie Nongena is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Poppie Nongena on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Poppie Nongena isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Poppie Nongena for free?

Poppie Nongena isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.