Dirkie (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1969, Dirkie is a drama and adventure film directed by Jamie Uys, running about 84 minutes. “Few have ever entered the deadly, mysterious Kalahari, and lived to reveal its secrets!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An 8-year-old boy and his dog are left to face a vast desert wasteland alone after a plane crash, while an army of men and machines penetrate the desert searching for them. Based on true events.
Who’s in it. Dirkie stars Wynand Uys as Dirkie, Jamie Uys as Anton, Lady Frolic of Belvedale as Lolly and Wilhelm Esterhuizen as Smitty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Dirkie has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dirkie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dirkie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dirkie (1969)?
- In US, Dirkie is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Dirkie worth watching?
- Dirkie holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Dirkie?
- Dirkie stars Wynand Uys, Jamie Uys, Lady Frolic of Belvedale, Wilhelm Esterhuizen and Sue Burman.
- When was Dirkie released?
- Dirkie was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.