To watch and download Afrikaans movies, one needs to subscribe to certain channels. While Afrikaans language movies are well appreciated by those who know, they are not very popular outside south Africa, or the south African community in diaspora.
Therefore, the usual sites and channels that provide movies to the larger audience may not have any videos for the Afrikaans viewing audience. Even when videos are available, they may be very few.
That is why fans of Afrikaans movies need to know exactly where they can get movies to meet their entertainment needs.
Where to Watch and Download Afrikaans Movies Online Free and Paid
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Film Fyn
Film Fyn is a project that was established in 2003 to protect the diversity in the global movie industry. That means it is a great place to watch and download Afrikaans movies; it acts as a depository of these movies. This is a conservation effort to encourage cultural diversity in the film industry; it caters to films of all languages, and all cultures. The best part is that it encourages independent films; giving them the same platform as big budget movies.
Just go to filmfyn(dot)dk on your browser. Depending on your browser, you may need to translate the page. Then click on productions, and then click on archives. There are many to sort through, and they are in many different languages so take your time about it, and then get the movies you are searching for.
The next source is a lot closer to home.
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Showmax
Showmax is one of the most popular video streaming services in Africa. It is a south African company; 70% of the shares are owned by Multichoice. It is therefore no surprise that the company has a lot of interest in preserving the local film industries. Afrikaans movies are a big deal in this streaming service – there is a whole bouquet to choose from.
Just go to showmax(dot)com, and then you will be requested to sign up. It may say “Get Started.” The sign up page is very simple, and it will not take you more than a minute.
After that you can view a virtually endless list of movies to stream. Thankfully, there is a search box that you can use; you can either type in the title of the specific movie you want to watch, or you can type in “Afrikaans movies.”
The streaming service is very cheap; this is one of the most affordable sources of entertainment that you can get as an afficionado of Afrikaans movies.
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YouTube
Of course, YouTube is a great place to get Afrikaans movies; it is the largest collection of movies you can find anywhere in the world. Perhaps the best thing about YouTube is the diversity of content. Yes, you will get Afrikaans movies; but you will also get big budget movies as well as independent films. You will even get films and documentaries made by single creators. The sheer amount of content available is staggering!
YouTube allows you to connect with a community of people who love the same types of movies as you do; you can leave comments and share your thoughts about the movies you watch. You can also comment on the comments of others, and watch them do the same to yours.
YouTube does not charge for this service; it generates revenue by showing you adverts. The revenue is then shared with the creators. This means when you watch Afrikaans movies on YouTube; you are supporting the creators – enabling them to make more movies.
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Netflix
Netflix is a movie giant; the company is a streaming service and a production company. Netflix is the world’s most popular movie streaming service; it has over 300 million subscribers globally. Some of that number are South Africans, and some of them are watching Afrikaans movies.
Just go to Netflix(dot)com, and on the home page you will be shown a dialogue box to put in your email address so as to start your registration.
After registration, there is an endless list of movies to choose from; you can skip the list by using the search bar. You can put in the movie title, or the name of the actor. You can also type in the movie category such as “Afrikaans movies.”
The platform will then give you a wide list of options to choose from, and the subscription fees are very small.
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Amazon Prime Video
Not wanting to be left behind, Amazon Prime Video also offers a wide selection of Afrikaans films for your viewing pleasure. This is an amazon company so it has the financial muscle to outdo its competition in the coming years.
The best part is that it shows videos from various film makers; and also shows its own original productions which are films it funded, or bought the rights. You will find many Afrikaans movies and TV series on this streaming service.
Just go to their website; primevideo(dot)com and register. After registration, the platform shows you a wide variety of movies that you can watch. You can use the search bar to narrow down your search; and to get the specific type of movie that you want.
You can enter the movie title, or just type “Afrikaans movies” into the search. You will then be shown a variety of movies to choose from.
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Boxoffice
DSTV offers the Boxoffice platform, and you would require a subscription to access content on the platform. You can enjoy as many Afrikaans movies as you want at a subscription fee of R35 DSTV is renowned for loads of South African content. You will surely get value for your money as you can download lovely Afrikaans movies on this indigenous platform.
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Afrikaans Flix
Afrikaans Flix is a free app you can use on your Android device. You don’t require to pay for a subscription to the app. You can watch free movies anywhere you are on Afrikaans Flix. If you own an Android device and you are an Afrikaans movie lover, then you can quickly get on this platform.
What To Note About Downloading Movies From The Internet
There are many dangers that come with downloading movies (and anything else) from the internet. Sometimes, in the bid to download a movie for free, one can also download spyware, malware, or any other computer software which could then harm one’s device.
Some of these spywares could also enable hackers enter your device, and steal your personal information; credit cards, bank details, and so on.
Many of these so-called free download websites are simply illegal caches of your favorite movies. They practice piracy; which means they make income from other people’s work, and pay nothing to the creators. When you use such websites, you are helping the enemies of the filmmakers whose works you love; and contributing to the demise of their industry.
Therefore, the best option is to use well recognized streaming services such as the ones listed above. These are all vetted websites that have been in operation for years, and that contribute to the movie industry in one way or another.
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Conclusion
These are various places to watch and download Afrikaans movies; all of which can be accessed with virtually every kind of device; including mobile phones, tablets and laptops. In most cases you have to pay a subscription fee, but there are several subscription packages, and several fees.
You can start with the lowest package to see if you like the service; if you are satisfied with their platform and the movies on offer. Thereafter, you can always increase your subscription, or look for another service.