The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,285 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Action, Comedy
Released: 1980-09-10
Runtime: 109 minutes
Where to watch The Gods Must Be Crazy
- Stream: Darkroom, Artiflix
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Fawesome, Plex, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A Coca-Cola bottle dropped from an airplane raises havoc among a normally peaceful tribe of African bushmen who believe it to be a utensil of the gods.
The Gods Must Be Crazy parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that this comedy follows a tribe encountering a Coca-Cola bottle dropped from a plane, played for gentle culture-clash humor.
- Products & purchases: Some — The plot centers on a discarded soda bottle sparking conflict, an implicit commentary on consumer goods.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Marius Weyers as Andrew Steyn
- Sandra Prinsloo as Kate Thompson
- N!xau as Xi
- Louw Verwey as Sam Boga
- Michael Thys as Mpudi
- Nic De Jager as Jack Hind
- Fanyana H. Sidumo as Card 1
- Joe Seakatsie as Card 2
- Brian O'Shaughnessy as Mr. Thompson
- Ken Gampu as President
The Gods Must Be Crazy FAQ
Is The Gods Must Be Crazy good?
The Gods Must Be Crazy has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,285 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Gods Must Be Crazy?
In the US you can stream The Gods Must Be Crazy on Darkroom and Artiflix, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, Plex and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Gods Must Be Crazy OK for kids?
The Gods Must Be Crazy is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this comedy follows a tribe encountering a Coca-Cola bottle dropped from a plane, played for gentle culture-clash humor.
What movies are like The Gods Must Be Crazy?
If you liked The Gods Must Be Crazy, try The Gods Must Be Crazy II, Black Panther, Jungle Cruise and Airplane!.