Zulu (1964 film) John Prebble and Endfield, based on an article by Prebble, a historical writer. The film stars Stanley Baker and introduces Michael Caine, in his first major role, with a supporting cast that includes Jack Hawkins, Ulla Jacobsson, James Booth, Nigel Green, Paul Daneman, Glynn Edwards, Ivor Emmanuel and Patrick Magee. Future South African political leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi played Zulu King Cetshwayo kaMpande, his great grandfather. The opening and closing narration is spoken by Richard Burton. The film was first shown on the 85th anniversary of the actual battle, 22 January 1964 at the Plaza Theatre in the West End of
Jack Hawkins (actor, born 1985) "Holby City", and appeared as Mickey Aluffi in the 2016 film "The Head Hunter", and Phil in "Writers Retreat". In 2014 Hawkins played the part of William in the film "The Cross", which was filmed in various locations in northern England. He appeared in Trevor Nunn's adaptation of Sebastian Faulk's novel "Birdsong", and Cheek by Jowl's 2012-3 production of "'Tis Pity She's a Whore". In 2015, he appeared in Lindsay Posner's West End production of "Harvey" alongside Maureen Lipman and James Dreyfus. Jack Hawkins (actor, born 1985) Jack Hawkins (born 6 October 1985) is a British actor. He was born