Zakes Mokae
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Zakes Makgona Mokae (August 5, 1934 – September 11, 2009) was a South African stage and screen actor. For his role in playwright Athol Fugard's "Master Harold"...and the Boys, Mokae won the 1982 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play. His major films include Cry Freedom (1987), A Dry White Season (1989), The Island (1980), Vampire in Brooklyn (1995), Outbreak (1995), and Waterworld (1995). He also had memorable guest appearances on many television series such as The X-Files, The West Wing, and Monk.
Zakes Mokae Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Zakes Mokae reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Zakes Mokae's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Zakes Mokae's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Cry Freedom, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Zakes Mokae Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Zakes Mokae's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Zakes Mokae has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Krippendorf's Tribe | Sulukim | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Vampire in Brooklyn | Dr. Zeko | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Waterworld | Priam | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Outbreak | Dr. Benjamin Iwabi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Rise & Walk: The Dennis Byrd Story | Harding | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | In Darkest Hollywood: Cinema and Apartheid | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Slaughter of the Innocents | Library Janitor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Percy & Thunder | Pee Wee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Dust Devil | Ben Mukurob | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Body Parts | Detective Sawchuck | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Doctor | Dr. Charles Reed (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | A Rage in Harlem | Big Kathy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Parker Kane | Kid Lightning | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Dad | Dr. Chad | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Gross Anatomy | Dr. Banumbra | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | A Dry White Season | Stanley Makhaya | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Serpent and the Rainbow | Dargent Peytraud | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cry Freedom | Father Kani | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | 'Master Harold'... and the Boys | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | A Caribbean Mystery | Cap. Daventry | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Roar | Committee | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Island | Wescott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | One in a Million: The Ron LeFlore Story | Pee Wee Spencer | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The River Niger | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer | Mugger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Fragment of Fear | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Separation | Uncredited | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Comedians | Michel | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Jemima + Johnny | Blind Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Darling | Black Man at French Party (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Dilemma | Steven Sitole | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Dark Africa | Sergeant (as Zachariah Nokae) | Flop | Similar → |
Zakes Mokae - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Zakes Mokae?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Zakes Mokae is "Cry Freedom" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Zakes Mokae acted in?
Zakes Mokae has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Zakes Mokae?
Other notable films include "The River Niger", "Darling", and "Outbreak".