Jacob's Cross

2007 – 2012Show8 seasons104 episodes

50
MediocreGoodWatch score
50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Summary

The series revolves around South African born businessman Jacob Makhubu Abayomi, a son of an ANC stalwart who finds that his biological father is actually a Nigerian tribal chief. Jacob's subsequent desire to build an African oil and gas business empire in the shadow of both of his fathers is set against the backdrop of family feuds and betrayals.

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  • Friends night
  • Binge-friendly
  • Thought-provoking

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Facts

January 26, 2007 · November 26, 2012 · Ended

First aired
January 26, 2007
Last aired
November 26, 2012
Status
Ended
Length
8 seasons · 104 episodes
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Sexual Content
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Nigeria, South Africa
Available in
23 countries

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Is Jacob's Cross worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50.

How long does it take to watch Jacob's Cross?

104 h

About 104 hours: 104 episodes in 8 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2007 to 2012.