Umjolo: The Gone Girl: Release date, where to watch, plot and more

The South African romantic comedy film, Umjolo: The Gone Girl is scheduled for release on Netflix on Wednesday, November 8, 2024. The 1-hour 32-minute film will feature Sibongiseni Shezi, Tyson Mathonsi, Thobeka Shangase, Ntando Menzi Ncube, and Gugu Gumede in pivotal roles.

Umjolo: The Gone Girl tells the story of Lethu and Lucky, a couple who appear to have a perfect relationship. However, their lives are upended when Lethu learns about her STI diagnosis leading her to the revelation about Lucky's infidelity.

This incident profoundly impacts their relationship, prompting both Lethu and Lucky to confront their issues and explore constructive ways to navigate their circumstances and rebuild their connection. The film's plot also centers around several other characters going through problems of their own.

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How to watch Umjolo: The Gone Girl?

The film will be available for streaming on Netflix (Image via Getty)

This film is a Netflix-exclusive release, meaning it will not be available on any other streaming platforms or media services.

That said, viewers should keep in mind that the film's availability on Netflix may differ depending on geographic locations. Some regions may not have access to the film due to various reasons.

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What is the plot of the film?

On October 10, 2024, Netflix Africa released the official trailer for Umjolo: The Gone Girl on YouTube. At the time of writing this article, the 2-minute and 25-second clip has received over 59 thousand views. The video was promoted alongside a brief overview of the film, which sheds light on its main theme. It read:

"A couple's seemingly perfect relationship falters when one of them learns about the other's infidelity — but who said that relationships were easy?"

Additionally, an alternative synopsis for the movie has also been doing the rounds which puts the female characters of the film in the spotlight. The logline from the Netflix Media Centre reads:

"Valentine’s Day is not just a day of love, but it is also the time at which Cupid is his most mischievous. Umjolo, centers around this love filled day as it follows the story of 4 women whose love lives intersect at a Valentine’s Day wedding none of them will soon forget."

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Does Umjolo: The Gone Girl have an adult rating?

Umjolo: The Gone Girl is written by Thuli Zuma and directed by Fikile Mogodi. The film's story is designed for a mature audience, as reflected in its adult rating. It includes strong language, explicit nudity, and se*ual content.

The film explores themes that may not be appropriate for younger audiences, making adult supervision critical for a more insightful and contextual viewing experience.

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Umjolo: The Gone Girl releases on Netflix on November 8, 2024.