Series synopsis
Hard Copy is a drama television series that premiered on SABC 2 on February 3, 2005. It ended on December 26, 2016. It was created by Malcolm Purkey, Anton Harber, Jann Turner. It stars James Ngcobo, Fiona Ramsay, Lindelani Buthelezi and Martin Le Maitre.
A struggling tabloid finds new direction when a crime reporter takes the helm and pivots writers back to bold investigative journalism.
Premise
A struggling tabloid finds new direction when a crime reporter takes the helm and pivots writers back to bold investigative journalism.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- James Ngcobo as Joe Dlamini
- Fiona Ramsay as Dorothy Wilcox
- Lindelani Buthelezi as Thabane "Cyril" Mkwane
- Martin Le Maitre as Ivan Ferris
- Jody Abrahams as Benny Jacobs
- Neels Van Jaarsveld as Rocky Coetzee
- Kira Wilkinson as Mandy le Roux
- Portia Gumede as Dinki Dube
Supporting cast
- Darren Maule as Grant Fletcher
- Denzel Edgar as Trevor "Biggy T" Dlamini
- John Matshikiza as Xolani Modise
- Masasa Mbangeni as Khanya Langa
- Nicola Hanekom as Jana Brink
- Nokuthula Ledwaba as Leah Gumede
- Armand Aucamp as C.J. Swart
- Thabo Rametsi as Tebogo Ramolang
- Ashraf Johaardien as Lucas
Guest cast
- Khulu M. Skenjana as Malume Joe
- Xolile Tshabalala as Teacher
- Wandile Molebatsi as Sports Journo
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 65 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | February 3, 2005 | April 28, 2005 |
| Season 2 | 13 | October 12, 2005 | January 4, 2006 |
| Season 3 | 26 | September 20, 2006 | March 14, 2007 |
| Season 4 | 13 | October 3, 2016 | December 26, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | February 3, 2005 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | February 10, 2005 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | February 17, 2005 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | October 12, 2005 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | October 19, 2005 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | October 26, 2005 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Number One with a Bullet | September 20, 2006 |
| 2 |
The Cherry Pops: Part 1 Benny has landed his dream job as News Editor of The Bullet, but he's about to discover that there's a world of difference between the old newspaper and Prince's expectations for the new one. Prince is looking for sensational, salacious stories, and if that means bending the truth, well, so be it. Facing their first deadline, will Benny be able to swallow his scruples and come up with the goods? |
September 27, 2006 |
| 3 |
The Cherry Pops: Part 2 Prince has persuaded his old friend Baz to take a sabbatical from the tabloid he Chief Subs on in England to help set up The Bullet. Baz blasts in like a tornado, full of energy and ideas. But will his laddish take on Tabloid resonate in an African market? As Prince's vision begins to crystalise it becomes increasingly clear that he and Baz are not exactly on the same page. |
October 4, 2006 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | October 3, 2016 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | October 10, 2016 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | October 17, 2016 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | SABC 2 |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 3, 2005 |
| Last aired | December 26, 2016 |
| Status | Ended |