John Barker

Filmmaker based in Johannesburg. Instagram:

[John Barker @johnbarker3]

We are very excited to share our film with the world. Great to be selected to screen at the Toronto International Film Festival #tum #tiff #film #cinema #filmfest #klopse #bokaap #D6 #kae #theumbrellamenofficial #tum

[John Barker @johnbarker3]

Clive Barker Foundation wishing Bafana Bafana good luck in their opening game vs Mexico. #worldcup26 #abarkingrat #SAfootball #bafanapride #Fifa #SAvsMex

[John Barker @johnbarker3]

https://t.co/rlNNZJnvY3

[#ShokiGooner 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 @Vho_Shoki]

@robertmarawa just finished Class of 96. Thank you Rob, certain episodes I had tears in my eyes while watching that documentary.

[NetflixSA @NetflixSA]

The class of '96 takes you through the backstory of one of the squad's most defining moments! 🔥 Episode 4 drops tomorrow on Netflix.⚽️

📺: Class of '96: Rise of a Nation

[NetflixSA @NetflixSA]

Their story is a legacy! 🏆 Relive Bafana Bafana's iconic 1996 Africa Cup of Nations win on 'Class of '96: Rise of a Nation'. Now playing, only on Netflix. ⚽️

[Amakhosi4LIVE @amakhosi4live]

This looks AMAZING!

And it’s on Netflix now! #ClassOf96

[Darien | 7000RPM 🇿🇦 @DarienAmos]

This was strong nostalgic for football #ClassOf96

[TV UPDATES @blackmluja]

NEW DOCUMENTARY

Class of 96: Rise of a Nation

six-part documentary series that revisits a seminal moment in South African sports history. Telling the definitive story of Bafana Bafana’s historic 1996 Africa Cup of Nations.

premieres on @etv 25 January 2026

#ClassOf96

[Thabang Phetla @Che_Motswana]

The nostalgia is strong with this #classof96

[SA Film Chronicles @safilmchronicle]

Class of 96: Rise of a Nation | Docu-series has officially dropped.

Relive the glory of the legendary Bafana Bafana 96’ squad and their iconic coach Clive Barker.

Now streaming on @etv & tomorrow (27 Jan) on @NetflixSA

#Classof96 #RiseOfANation

[Ayanda Ngcethe 🇿🇦 ⭐️⭐️ @ayanda_ngcethe]

This is an amazing Documentary. Watching the rise of Bafana Bafana and incredible.

#BBMzansiS6 @BafanaBafana #ClassOf96 #AFCON1996

[Jabulani Mzozo @JMzozo43003]

Catch Class Of ‘96: Rise Of A Nation EP06 today at 17:00 on ETV and Tuesday on Netflix. The hurdle to win AFCON was achieved but now the biggest test was to qualify for the World Cup. The battle of the titans to be at the world stage.

[Phakela🇿🇦🇿🇦Ingelosi @EnzoKuhle_V]

Class of 96: Rise of a Nation on Netflix is on the same level as "The Godfather 2", "Gladiator" and "The Last dance" 😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[John Barker @johnbarker3]

Episode 6. Benni McCarthy. World Cup qualification. @NetflixSA @BafanaBafana @etv @FIFAcom

[NetflixSA @NetflixSA]

The class of '96 takes us back to the iconic moment when South Africa scored its first goal in an international match against Cameroon in 1992! 🇿🇦

Episode 6 drops this Tuesday on Netflix.⚽️

📺: Class of '96: Rise of a Nation.

[John Barker @johnbarker3]

https://t.co/vCC9IuRIxs

[robertmarawa @robertmarawa]

🔴 I'm about to watch the latest episode of #ClassOf96 that dropped on @NetflixSA today!!

Who's been following it and what are your impressions so far as it reaches the end the series soon?? 🔴

[Thando Thabethe @Thando_Thabethe]

If you love South Africa you MUST watch class of ‘96 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

We are truly just simply EXCEPTIONAL!
**this is NOT a paid tweet!
Protect South Africa at all costs

[Zola Hashatsi ka Motsiri @zola_hashatsi]

I don't watch TV, I make it but I authentically made time to watch this 6 part. #ClassOf96RiseOfANation Thank you @knownassociatesza @knownassociatesentertainment @abarkingratfilm @tshepiso14 @athoskyrus @MarobaNkawe.
@johnbarker183 I love your direction, your dad was amazing.

[John Barker @johnbarker3]

Mark Williams refused to sit out history. On the biggest day of AFCON ‘96, with a nation holding its breath, he rose to the moment. Ep 5 relives the intensity, the pressure and the glory. https://t.co/jJ9aowbUFH Sunday 5pm Netflix Tuesday. #netflix #africanfootball #Bafana