Plot — What is The 16th Man about?
Rugby Union has long been viewed in South Africa as a game for the white population, and the country’s success in the sport has been a true source of Afrikaner pride. When the 50-year-old policies and entrenched injustices of apartheid were finally overthrown in 1994, Nelson Mandela’s new government began rebuilding a nation badly in need of racial unity. So the world was watching when South Africa played host to the 1995 Rugby World Cup. Though they had only one non-white player, the South African Springboks gained supporters of all colors as they made an improbable run into the final match where they beat the heavily favored New Zealand team. When Mandela himself marched to the center of the pitch cloaked in a Springbok jersey and shook hands with the captain of the South African team, two nations became one. Oscar winner Morgan Freeman and director Cliff Bestall will tell the emotional story of that cornerstone moment and what it meant to South Africa’s healing process.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2010 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 53 min |
| Audience Score | 68% (6.8/10, 15 votes) |
The 16th Man — FAQ
Is The 16th Man worth watching? The 16th Man holds a 6.8/10 rating from 15 viewers. Rugby Union has long been viewed in South Africa as a game for the white population, and the country’s success in the sport has been a true source of Afrikaner pride. When the 50-year-old policies and entrenched injustic
Who directed The 16th Man? Directed by Clifford Bestall.
Who is in the cast of The 16th Man? It stars Morgan Freeman, François Pienaar, James Small, Balie Swart, Chester Williams, Desmond Tutu and more.
Where can I stream The 16th Man? Streaming availability for The 16th Man is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The 16th Man release? It released in 2010.
