This September, South African cinema audiences will witness a world-first: the stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s cult classic Dr. Strangelove, filmed live in London and screened exclusively at select Ster-Kinekor and Cinema Nouveau theatres as part of the NT Live series.
📅 Screening Dates: 20, 21 & 23 September 2025
📍 Cinemas: Ster-Kinekor Rosebank Nouveau & Cresta (Johannesburg), Ster-Kinekor Brooklyn (Pretoria), Ster-Kinekor V&A Waterfront (Cape Town)
🎭 A Cold War Comedy Reimagined
Widely regarded as one of the greatest comedies of all time, Dr. Strangelove first hit cinemas in 1964 as Stanley Kubrick’s satirical masterpiece on nuclear politics. Now, for the first time in history, it comes alive on stage — and South Africans will see it on the big screen, captured in high definition by National Theatre Live (NT Live).
This world-premiere adaptation is led by an award-winning creative team:
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Steve Coogan (Alan Partridge, The Trip) – in a tour de force performance, playing four iconic roles originally made famous by Peter Sellers.
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Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep) – Emmy Award-winning satirist and co-creator of the adaptation.
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Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow) – Olivier Award-winning director bringing Kubrick’s absurdist comedy into the theatre.
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Supporting cast includes Giles Terera (Hamilton, Othello) and Tony Jayawardena (Nye).
🔥 The Story
When a rogue U.S. general triggers a nuclear attack on the Soviet Union, the world teeters on the brink of destruction. In a surreal and hysterical scramble, government leaders, military commanders, and one eccentric scientist must find a way to stop global annihilation.
Six decades later, Kubrick’s satire feels just as urgent — a razor-sharp critique of politics, power, and paranoia that speaks directly to today’s uncertain world.
🎥 Why This Production Matters
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It marks the first-ever stage adaptation of Dr. Strangelove.
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Seven-time BAFTA-winner Steve Coogan delivers a must-see performance across multiple characters.
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It’s a rare chance for South Africans to watch a brand-new London production on the big screen, without flying overseas.
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The creative team includes some of the biggest names in global theatre and comedy.
🎟️ Booking Information
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Tickets available now at www.sterkinekor.com or via the SK App.
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Screenings are limited to three showings per cinema.
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Loyalty deals apply, including half-price tickets on Tuesdays.
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For queries, call Ticketline on 0861-Movies (668 437).
📢 Stay updated:
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Facebook: Ster-Kinekor Theatres
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Twitter/X: @SterKinekor
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Instagram: @sterkinekor
🌍 NT Live: Global Theatre, Local Screens
Since 2009, NT Live has broadcast over 80 world-class productions to cinemas in more than 65 countries. By partnering with Ster-Kinekor, South African audiences gain access to cutting-edge theatre from the UK, filmed with cinematic precision and presented on the big screen.
With Dr. Strangelove, NT Live not only revives a cinematic classic but also reimagines it for a new generation — reminding us that satire can be both hilarious and hauntingly relevant.
✨ Don’t miss the chance to see Steve Coogan and an all-star cast bring Kubrick’s timeless satire to life on stage — and to the big screen in South Africa.
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