Seriously Single Too Will Premiere on Netflix

The South African sequel will debut on the streaming platform on 16 October 2026.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Sex Life

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Netflix will debut the South African film sequel Seriously Single Too on 16 October 2026, marking the return of the popular comedy franchise. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Netflix will premiere the film Seriously Single Too on 16 October 2026. The new feature serves as a sequel to the first film released six years ago.

Why it matters

The release continues the story for fans of the original film, which first arrived in 2020. Development of this follow-up began approximately two years after the premiere of the first instalment.

The production follows the original film released in 2020, marking a gap of 6 years between the two instalments. Production discussions for the sequel were first initiated in 2022.

The players

Fulu Modibedi

She is an actress who reprises her role as Dineo in the upcoming sequel and has been married for 10 years.

Tumi Morake

She is a performer featured in the cast of the new film.

Yonda Thomas

He is an actor appearing in the upcoming sequel.

Urban Brew Studios

This production house collaborated on a recent sitcom featuring Fulu Modibedi.

Clive Morris Productions

This studio partnered on the production of a new sitcom starring Fulu Modibedi.

The details

Fulu Modibedi reprises her role as Dineo alongside cast members Tumi Morake and Yonda Thomas. During production, the karaoke scene required actors to improvise while acting drunk to capture the desired tone.

Timeline

  1. 2020: The first film in the series was released.

  2. 2022: Initial contact regarding the production of the sequel began.

  3. 16 October 2026: The film will officially premiere on Netflix.

Culture Shift

The film aligns with the trend of investing in original local-language content on Netflix to reach South African audiences. This sequel reflects the growing demand for continuing narrative programmes within the domestic entertainment sector.

Viewers can stream the film on Netflix starting 16 October 2026. Fans of the lead actress can also look forward to her upcoming work airing on DStv channel 300.

The takeaway

This release highlights the continued development of local film franchises in the South African market. Fans of the original story should prepare for the return of familiar characters when the sequel arrives on the streaming platform.

What happens next

The sitcom featuring Fulu Modibedi is expected to air on Playroom, DStv channel 300.

Further reading

Discover more about local relationship dramas in the Sex Life section.

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