Johan Botha

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

11Total Films

7.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 13, 1940

About Johan Botha

Johan Botha is a South African actor. Botha's portrayal of the father in David Eldridge's Festén (translated by Hennie van Greunen; directed by Heinrich Reisenhofer) is widely regarded as his masterpiece. He is married to actress Lida Botha. The couple appeared in numerous TV and film productions and were known at all the Afrikaans art festivals for their Grandfather and Grandmother stories.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Johan Botha reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Johan Botha's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Johan Botha remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Susters, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Johan Botha Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Johan Botha's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0

★7.0

Susters: Susters' is a new South African film about three sisters who reunited during a road trip down memory lane, with a fabulo

Susters

2018•Comedy

★6.4

★6.4

Road to Your Heart: Basson has five days to make it to his father's funeral in Cape Town, but needs to complete certain tasks on this trip b

Road to Your Heart

2014•Adventure

★6.4

★6.4

Canary: Kanarie (Afrikaans for 'Canary') is a coming-of-age musical war drama. Drafted into the South African army during aparth

Canary

2018•Music

★6.0

★6.0

Griekwastad: In 2012, Deon Steenkamp was murdered along with his wife Christel and their teenage daughter Marthella on their farm Naa

Griekwastad

2020•Crime

★5.5

★5.5

Circles in a Forest: Saul Barnard grew up in a family of woodcutters. The woodcutters are scared of the elephants in the forest, but there's

Circles in a Forest

1989•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Johan Botha.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2023	Peacock	Sarel Cilliers	Flop	Similar →
2022	Leemtes en Leegheid	-	Flop	Similar →
2020	Griekwastad	Oupa Don Steenkamp	Average	Similar →
2018	Canary	Mr. Visser	Average	Similar →
2018	Susters	-	Hit	Similar →
2014	Road to Your Heart	Oupa Jan	Average	Similar →
1992	The Story of Klara Viljee	Neels	Flop	Similar →
1989	Circles in a Forest	Mostert	Average	Similar →
1981	Number Please? The Movie	Frans Joubert	Flop	Similar →
1979	Charlie Word 'n Ster	Reporter	Flop	Similar →
1978	Die Spaanse Vlieg	-	Flop	Similar →

Johan Botha - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Johan Botha?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johan Botha is "Susters" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Johan Botha acted in?

Johan Botha has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Johan Botha?

Other notable films include "Road to Your Heart", "Canary", and "Griekwastad".