Finding Optel
movie

Released August 21, 2025
Overview
16-year-old amateur detective, Claire Abrahams, finds her neighbourhood’s lost things. When the neighbourhood’s beloved dog Optel goes missing, Claire is determined to track her down. This search unexpectedly opens old wounds when Claire finds clues relating to her older brother, Jonah, who disappeared nine years ago. Through bizarre encounters and quirky neighbours, the two cases intertwine. Claire’s father, John, fears that she is putting herself in danger. He attempts to hinder her investigations, but she remains undaunted. Claire must journey through grief and hope to find Optel and uncover the truth behind Jonah’s disappearance.
Runtime
1h 20m
Origin Country
South Africa
Original Language
English
Original Title
Finding Optel
Status
Released
Production Countries
- South Africa
Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans (Afrikaans)
- English
Production Companies
- no logo available
Blended Films
South Africa

