Nowhere in Africa
2001, German. Directed by Caroline Link.
One family's tale of a homeland lost... and a homeland found.
A Jewish woman named Jettel Redlich flees Nazi Germany with her daughter Regina, to join her husband, Walter, on a farm in Kenya. At first, Jettel refuses to adjust to her new circumstances, bringing with her a set of china dishes and an evening gown. While Regina adapts readily to this new world, forming a strong bond with her father's cook, an African named Owuor.
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- R
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Nowhere in Africa is streaming on Chai Flicks and Kino Film Collection in India.
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Details
- Released
- 11 December 2001
- Original title
- Nirgendwo in Afrika
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Susanne Liebetrau, Caroline Link
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What Nowhere in Africa is based on
Nowhere in Africa is based on Nowhere in Africa (1995) by Stefanie Zweig.
1995
Nowhere in Africa
By Stefanie Zweig
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Nowhere in Africa: quick answers
Is Nowhere in Africa worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 198 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Nowhere in Africa?
Nowhere in Africa runs 140 minutes (2h 20m).
Does Nowhere in Africa have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Nowhere in Africa. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Nowhere in Africa parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Nowhere in Africa is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Nowhere in Africa on?
Nowhere in Africa is streaming on Chai Flicks and Kino Film Collection in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Nowhere in Africa?
If you liked Nowhere in Africa, try One Life, Sweetness in the Belly, Skin.
Who directed Nowhere in Africa?
Nowhere in Africa (2001) was directed by Caroline Link and stars Juliane Köhler, Merab Ninidze, Sidede Onyulo.
What is Nowhere in Africa based on?
Nowhere in Africa is based on Nowhere in Africa (1995) by Stefanie Zweig.