Kiingitanga - Behind The Throne

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Kiingitanga - Behind The Throne (2026)

Directed by Mahanga Pihama

“For the first time in more than 150 years, go behind the gates of Tūrangawaewae Marae and discover the untold story of the Kiingitanga”

Documentary · 2h 36m

This three-part documentary explores the mystery of the Māori King movement as never before seen, the historic origins of the movement, the place it has in contemporary New Zealand and what the future holds for this important national institution.

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Cast

Crew

Director
Mahanga Pihama
Producer
Mahanga Pihama, Bradford Haami, Viv Wigby-Ngatai

Details

Release date
2026-07-12
Runtime
2h 36m
Genres
Documentary
Original language
EN
Spoken languages
English, Maori
Countries
New Zealand
Production
Māori Television, Whakaata Māori, NZ on Air