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BIG ADVENTURES · BIG FEELINGS
PG2023·1h 37m·Adventure / Mystery

Thabo and the Rhino Case.

A young detective takes on a case that matters to his whole community.

Thabo dreams of becoming a detective, but his quiet home near a wildlife reserve offers few mysteries. When poachers kill a rhino and suspicion falls on his uncle, Thabo teams up with his friends and a visiting girl to investigate. Caring for an orphaned calf becomes part of a case that puts their courage and loyalty to the test.

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Why it’s a little special

A children's mystery that connects clue-finding and friendship with the consequences of wildlife trafficking.

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PG
Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

The US PG rating cites thematic material, mild violence, language, a suggestive reference and brief smoking. A rhino is killed for its horn, a baby animal loses its mother, and children encounter dangerous poachers. Animal death, threats and unfair suspicion may need discussion even though the story centers on young detectives.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

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Directed by
Mara Eibl-Eibesfeldt
Starring
Litlhohonolofatso Litlhakayane, Ava Skuratowski, Andrea Sawatzki, Kumkani Pilonti, Nissi Bodibe, Vutihari Sibisi, Nhlakanipho Manqele, Kenneth Nkosi, Gontse Ntshegang, Letlotlo Zimkhitha Mohlabeng, Claudio Caiolo, Joel Olano
Written by
Mara Eibl-Eibesfeldt, Ursula Gruber, Martin Gypkens
Produced by
Peter Herrmann, Eva-Maria Hartmann
Release date
May 3, 2024
Runtime
97 minutes
Genre
Adventure, Mystery, Family
Studio
Desert Flower Filmproduktion / Purdie Distribution
Language
English, German
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Film facts: Apple TV US film listing · additional source . Checked 2026-11-03. Parent notes and recommendations by PG Pick. Artwork belongs to its respective studio.

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Thabo and the Rhino Case · Official trailer