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The Wild 2011

★ 2.8/10 · 4 votes Soap 2 seasons · 415 eps Ended
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What is The Wild?

The Wild is a South African soap opera that premiered in 2011. Created by Rohan Dickson, Richard Nosworthy, and Bronwyn Berry, the series was produced by Magic Factory, which is the in-house production arm of M-Net.

Type
TV series
Year
2011
Status
Ended
Episodes
415
First aired
Apr 4, 2011
Last aired
Mar 28, 2013
Original language
EN
Origin
ZA
Networks
M-Net
Genres
Soap
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Overview

The Wild is a South African soap opera that premiered in 2011. Created by Rohan Dickson, Richard Nosworthy, and Bronwyn Berry, the series was produced by Magic Factory, which is the in-house production arm of M-Net. The show was filmed entirely on location. The narrative centers on three families, the Lebones, the van Reenens, and the Tladis. These families are bound together by their relationship to a specific piece of land, yet they struggle to negotiate a cohesive future due to their conflicted pasts. As the story unfolds, each family must confront their history while fighting for their claim to both their legacy and the land. The cast of the series includes Shona Ferguson, Connie Ferguson, Tumisho Masha, Gail Mabalane, Ian Roberts, Faye Peters, Tyrone Keogh, Hayley Owen, and Zakeeya Patel. Johnny Barbuzano served as a director for the program. The series concluded in 2013 after its initial run as an M-Net original production.

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“Three families grapple with their shared history and a contested piece of land in South Africa.”

Reasons to watch
  • authentic South African setting
  • complex family dynamics
Keep in mind
  • focus on historical conflict may feel dense

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven soap operas centered on land and legacy.

The series contains dramatic themes centered on interpersonal and family conflict.

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Frequently asked questions

Who created the show?

The series was created by Rohan Dickson, Richard Nosworthy and Bronwyn Berry.

Where was the show filmed?

The production was shot entirely on location.

Who produced the series?

It was produced by M-Net's in-house production arm, Magic Factory.

What is the show about?

It follows three families, the Lebones, the van Reenens and the Tladis, who are connected by a specific piece of land.

What genre is the show?

The Wild is a South African soap opera.