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A Chip of Glass Ruby

7.0198256mMovieDrama

In this drama, the Banjee family resides in an area of Johannesburg where Indians are no longer permitted to live. Mr. Bamjee is a vegetable seller and his wife, unlike him, becomes politically involved fighting against the injustices of…

DirectorRoss Devenish
WriterNadine Gordimer

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Cast · Directed by Ross Devenish

MN
Muthal Naidoo
Mrs. Bhamjee
KG
Kessie Govender
Yusuf Bhamjee
SS
Shayeda Shaik
Girlie
CP
Chris Pillay
Jimmy Bhamjee
SP
Surikumari Pillay
Amina Bhamjee
ND
Naeem Dinath
Farouk Bhamjee
WJ
Waheeda Jooma
Farida Bhamjee
IK
Inayet Khan
Ahmed Bhamjee
KP
Karen Pillay
Dr. Abdul Khan
BM
Bernadette Masala
Mrs. Ndawo
DP
Dan Poho
Mr. Mashishi
MI
Miriam Ismael
Mrs. Hassim

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A Chip of Glass Ruby — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Chip of Glass Ruby?

A Chip of Glass Ruby isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is A Chip of Glass Ruby on Netflix?

No, A Chip of Glass Ruby is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is A Chip of Glass Ruby on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch A Chip of Glass Ruby for free?

A Chip of Glass Ruby isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for A Chip of Glass Ruby?

A Chip of Glass Ruby hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.