Not Rated
1964    2h 18mWar, Action
7.797%91%7.4
In 1879 Zululand, South Africa, the British are fighting the Zulus, and one of their columns has just been wiped out at Isandlwana. The Zulus next fix their sights on the small British outpost at Rorke's Drift. At the outpost are 150 British troops under the command of Lieutenants Bromhead and Chard. In the next few days, these 150 troops will fight about 4,000 Zulus in one of the most courageous battles in history.
Directed by Cy Endfield
  • Stanley BakerLt. John Chard R.E. / Producer
  • Jack HawkinsRev. Otto Witt
  • Ulla JacobssonMargareta Witt
  • James BoothPte. Henry Hook
  • Michael CaineLt. Gonville Bromhead
  • Nigel GreenColour Sgt. Frank Bourne
  • Paul DanemanSgt. Maxfield
  • Patrick MageeSurgeon Reynolds
  • Glynn EdwardsCpl. Allen
  • Neil McCarthyPvt. Thomas
  • David KernanPvt. Hitch
  • Gary BondPvt. Cole
  • Richard BurtonNarration spoken (voice)
  • Mangosuthu ButheleziCetewayo
  • Kerry JordanCompany cook
  • Dennis FolbiggeCommissary Dalton
  • Gert Van den BerghAdendorff
  • Harvey HallStickman
  • John SullivanStephenson
  • Joe PowellSergeant Windridge
  • jhatfield1969
    jhatfield1969August 11, 2025
    Great classic movie.
  • mariasm97
    mariasm97July 27, 2026
    good movie
  • molsie77
    molsie77January 18, 2026
    Greatest film ever made…full stop…no arguing….the end.
  • flavo43
    flavo43December 21, 2025
    Zulu (1964) stands as one of the great historical action dramas of its era, anchored by strong performances from Michael Caine and Stanley Baker. The film meticulously recreates the Battle of Rorke’s Drift, capturing both the tactical intensity and the human cost of the conflict. Its depiction of survival against overwhelming odds is gripping, highlighting heroism, discipline, and the camaraderie forged under extreme pressure. The large‑scale battle sequences are impressively staged, especially for the 1960s, with practical effects and choreography that still hold up today. While the film reflects the sensibilities of its time, it remains a compelling portrayal of endurance and collective resolve. Zulu balances spectacle with character, offering a vivid window into a dramatic moment in history. It’s no surprise it has endured as a classic, remembered for its stirring action, memorable performances, and sweeping sense of historical drama.
  • Mister Arn
    Mister ArnJuly 12, 2026
    “Zulu” tells the story of a single battle, and it tells it exceptionally well. The cinematography builds real tension, and the combat feels authentic from beginning to end. The film portrays heroism on both sides, giving the Zulu warriors the respect they deserve as they repeatedly charge into overwhelming gunfire. It's an exciting, thoughtful war film that leaves a lasting impression and is well worth watching.
  • jimmywindeatt
    jimmywindeattJanuary 31, 2026
    Brilliant
  • DrFeelGoodMD
    DrFeelGoodMDApril 15, 2026
    Easily one of the top 5 movies.
  • kevinmorgan329
    kevinmorgan329March 29, 2026
    Classic film cracking action and acting, bast on a real battle
  • 0 1
    0 1January 15, 2026
    classic
  • Cubane
    CubaneJanuary 23, 2025
    Michael Caine is a highlight of this old-school war epic. I respect the nearly exhaustive choices made to ensure accuracy to the real battle, but the movie fails to justify its runtime to modern audiences as well as other period movies, such as Lawrence of Arabia or Ben-Hur.
  • peter
    peterAugust 3, 2025
    A great movie and actually a true story about the Zulu nation and the strength of the Zulu nation and being over powered by the British army.. A great watch

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