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Idols (South Africa)

2002 – 2023Show19 seasons388 episodes

Reality
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2

A hopeful, spectacular reality series about show business and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, big ideas or brutality.

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Story

Idols was a television show on the South African television network Mzansi Magic, and previously on M-Net, based on the popular British show Pop Idol. The show was a contest to determine the best young singer in South Africa.

Feels like

  • Reality Competition
  • Singing Contest
  • Talent Show
  • Entertainment
  • Aspirational
  • Live Performance
  • Audience Participation
  • Pop Culture Phenomenon
  • Feel-Good

Cast

3 of 3 · most episodes first

Facts

March 10, 2002 · November 4, 2023 · Ended

First aired
March 10, 2002
Last aired
November 4, 2023
Status
Ended
Length
19 seasons · 388 episodes
Genres
Reality
Original language
English

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Idols (South Africa) worth watching?"

Questions about Idols (South Africa)

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Idols (South Africa) worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 6.2).

Is Idols (South Africa) okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Idols (South Africa)?

582 h

About 582 hours: 388 episodes in 19 seasons of about 90 minutes each, aired from 2002 to 2023.

Can I half-watch Idols (South Africa)?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Idols (South Africa)?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 5 for wholesome.