Simon Sabela
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Simon Sabela was born on March 10, 1931 in Durban, South Africa. He was an actor and director, known for Zulu (1964), Zulu Dawn (1979) and Der Rivonia-Prozess (1966). He died in 1994.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Simon Sabela reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 20 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Simon Sabela's filmography leans towards the Action 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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Simon Sabela remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Forever Young, Forever Free, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Simon Sabela Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Simon Sabela's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Simon Sabela.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | The Gods Must Be Crazy II | General | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Skeleton Coast | Sekassi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Shadowed Mind | The General | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Lion's Share | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Zulu Dawn | Cetshwayo | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Target of an Assassin | President Lunda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Shout at the Devil | Village Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Black Cat | Lefty Ndaba | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Forever Young, Forever Free | Rakwaba the Witchdoctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Gold | Big King | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Voortrekkers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Rogue Lion | Witchdoctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Pressure Burst | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Satan's Harvest | Foreman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Strangers at Sunrise | Oubooi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Diamond Walkers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Tokoloshe | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Seven Against the Sun | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Zulu | Dance Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Death Drums Along the River | Bosambo | Flop | Similar → |
Simon Sabela - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Simon Sabela?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Simon Sabela is "Forever Young, Forever Free" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Simon Sabela acted in?
Simon Sabela has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Simon Sabela?
Other notable films include "Zulu", "The Gods Must Be Crazy II", and "Zulu Dawn".