Mr. Bones 2: Back From The Past May 2026

The story begins in 1879, following , the King of Kuvukiland, who becomes possessed by a mischievous spirit after receiving a cursed gemstone from a dying man. Mr. Bones, the tribal witch doctor, determines that to cure his king, they must return the stone to its rightful home.

The pair is magically transported 130 years into the future to . There, they navigate a "fish-out-of-water" scenario as they encounter technology and social norms of 2008. They are assisted by a woman named Reshmi , while evading her greedy fiancé, Kerrit, who wants the valuable gem for himself. Key Cast Leon Schuster Tongayi Chirisa Hekule (The King) Leeanda Reddy Kaseran Pillay Kunji Balanadin / The Spirit Meren Reddy Critical and Audience Reception Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past

The film holds a 44% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes . The story begins in 1879, following , the

is a 2008 South African comedy film directed by Gray Hofmeyr and starring Leon Schuster . It serves as a prequel-sequel to the 2001 hit Mr. Bones , focusing on the titular character's ancestor. Production Overview Release Date: 27 November 2008 Director: Gray Hofmeyr Writers: Leon Schuster, Gray Hofmeyr The pair is magically transported 130 years into

Reviews of Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past (2008) - Letterboxd

Reviewers were often critical of the film's slapstick nature and cultural depictions , but producer Anant Singh noted that the film was "vindicated by the audience" who responded enthusiastically.

It grossed approximately $4.9 million , breaking South African records for a local opening by earning over $0.6 million in its first weekend.