

Africa Screams
1949, English. Directed by Charles Barton.
A Zany, Hilarious Romp!
When bookseller Buzz cons Diana into thinking that his friend Stanley knows all there is to know about Africa, they are abducted and ordered to lead Diana and her henchmen to an African tribe in search of a fortune in jewels.
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Africa Screams
Africa Screams is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Charles BartonDirector
- Bud AbbottBuzz Johnson
- Lou CostelloStanley Livington
- Clyde BeattyClyde Beatty
- Frank BuckFrank Buck
- Buddy BaerBoot Wilson
- Hillary BrookeDiana Emerson
- Shemp HowardGunner
- Joe BesserHarry
- Max BaerGrappler McCoy
- Burt WenlandBobo
- Arthur HechtMr. Mercer (uncredited)
- Bill WalkerInterpreter (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 4 May 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Earl Baldwin
- Budget
- $500K
- Box office
- $1.5M
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Africa Screams: quick answers
Is Africa Screams worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 71 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Africa Screams?
Africa Screams runs 79 minutes (1h 19m).
Does Africa Screams have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Africa Screams. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Africa Screams parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Africa Screams is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Africa Screams on?
Africa Screams is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Africa Screams?
If you liked Africa Screams, try Hatari!, The Rundown, Kung Pow: Enter the Fist.
Who directed Africa Screams?
Africa Screams (1949) was directed by Charles Barton and stars Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Clyde Beatty.