Finding Optel movie poster

Finding Optel

August 21, 2025 1h 20m

Released just last year. Finding Optel is a comedy/crime film. directed by Mikayla Joy Brown. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Mikayla Joy Brown, Oscar Petersen, and Rodney Goliath

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 21, 2025 4 months ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country South Africa Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Blended Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Finding Optel about?

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 sear...

Who directed Finding Optel?

Finding Optel was directed by Mikayla Joy Brown.

How long is Finding Optel?

Finding Optel has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Finding Optel released?

Finding Optel was released on August 21, 2025 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Finding Optel?

The main cast of Finding Optel includes Mikayla Joy Brown, Oscar Petersen, Rodney Goliath, Zenobia Kloppers, Caleb Haardenberg.