Ready, Set, GO! Netflix Unveils High-Stakes Drama Series Set in Johannesburg
Go! S1. Thandolwethu Zondi as Siya Bolt in Go! S1. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2024
Netflix ramps up the excitement with the release of a new teaser for GO!, a thrilling young-adult drama set to premiere on 21 March 2025. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Johannesburg’s gritty streets and elite private school halls, the series promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with high stakes, fierce rivalry, and the relentless pursuit of destiny.
GO! follows Siya ‘Bolt’ Gumede, portrayed by Thandolwethu Zondi, a talented young sprinter who must decide between a life of comfort or taking a leap of faith into an uncertain future. After receiving a coveted scholarship to St. Judes, a prestigious private school, Bolt’s journey quickly spirals into chaos when an unexpected turn of events with his best friend Mandla (Wonder Ndlovu) and girlfriend Nthabi (Shalate Sekhabi) alters everything he thought he knew about life.
As Bolt navigates his new world of competition and pressure, he faces challenges not only from his new teammates, including Sizwe (Ntobeko Sishi), RJ (Daanyaal Ally), and Ade (Aidia De Meyer), but also from his own family. His sick mother (Dawn Thandeka King) and wayward brother Shuffle (Wiseman Mncube) add layers of emotional complexity to his already turbulent life.
Through the high-stakes world of track and field, Bolt must confront his deepest fears and overcome the weight of his past to redefine his future. Will he rise above the adversity, or will the pressure break him?
With GO!, Netflix introduces a gripping story that blends athletics with personal triumph, showing that the real race is not always on the track. A must-watch for fans of intense drama and character-driven storytelling.
