Movie

The Pennywhistle Blues

★ 7.0(1)19511h 3m

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Good to know

Director: Donald Swanson
Release date: 1951-03-05
Runtime: 1h 3m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: South Africa
Studio: Swan Film Productions Ltd.

About The Pennywhistle Blues

The Pennywhistle Blues is a 1951 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Music genres, directed by Donald Swanson, starring Tommi Ramokgopa, Harriet Qubeka and Joseph Motuba. It has a runtime of 1 hour 3 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Pennywhistle Blues in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In a black township in South Africa, a stolen treasure chest passes from hand to hand until it is finally returned to its original owner.

Cast

Tommi Ramokgopa

The Thief

Harriet Qubeka

Mrs. Shakabona

Joseph Motuba

Nicolas, store clerk

David Mnkwanazi

Lucas Ranku

Victor Cwai

John, Lili's beau

Dolly Rathebe

Lili Shabulala

Grinsell Nogauza

Mr. Shabulala

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Pennywhistle Blues in Canada?+

The Pennywhistle Blues is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Pennywhistle Blues on Netflix?+

The Pennywhistle Blues is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Pennywhistle Blues?+

The Pennywhistle Blues has a runtime of 1 hour 3 minutes (63 minutes).

Who stars in The Pennywhistle Blues?+

The Pennywhistle Blues stars Tommi Ramokgopa, Harriet Qubeka, Joseph Motuba, David Mnkwanazi and Victor Cwai.

When did The Pennywhistle Blues come out?+

The Pennywhistle Blues is a 1951 movie directed by Donald Swanson.

What genre is The Pennywhistle Blues?+

The Pennywhistle Blues is Comedy, Drama and Music film.

Who directed The Pennywhistle Blues?+

The Pennywhistle Blues was directed by Donald Swanson.