I Dreamed of Africa
2000, English. Directed by Hugh Hudson.
Sometimes the adventure of a lifetime becomes life itself.
Inspired by the true story of indomitable Kuki Gallmann, the film tells of a beautiful and inquisitive woman who had the courage to escape from her comfortable yet monotonous life in Italy to start anew in the African wilderness with her son, Emanuele, and her new husband, Paolo. Gallmann faces great danger there but eventually becomes a celebrated conservationist.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Hugh HudsonDirector
- Kim BasingerKuki Gallmann
- Vincent PerezPaolo Gallmann
- Liam Aiken7-Year-Old Emanuele
- Daniel CraigDeclan Fielding
- Eva Marie SaintFranca
- Lance ReddickSimon
- Stephen JenningsVincenzo
- Nick BoraineDuncan Maitland
- Garrett Strommen17-Year-Old Emanuele
- Connie ChiumeWanjiku
- James NgcoboLuka
- Joko ScottMirimuk
Details
- Released
- 5 May 2000
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Susan Shilliday, Paula Milne
- Budget
- $34M
- Box office
- $14M
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What I Dreamed of Africa is based on
I Dreamed of Africa is based on I Dreamed of Africa (1991) by Kuki Gallmann.
1991
I Dreamed of Africa
By Kuki Gallmann
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I Dreamed of Africa: quick answers
Is I Dreamed of Africa worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is I Dreamed of Africa?
I Dreamed of Africa runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does I Dreamed of Africa have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for I Dreamed of Africa. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
I Dreamed of Africa parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
I Dreamed of Africa is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is I Dreamed of Africa on?
I Dreamed of Africa isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like I Dreamed of Africa?
If you liked I Dreamed of Africa, try Elephant Walk, Possession, I Am David.
Who directed I Dreamed of Africa?
I Dreamed of Africa (2000) was directed by Hugh Hudson and stars Kim Basinger, Vincent Perez, Liam Aiken.
What is I Dreamed of Africa based on?
I Dreamed of Africa is based on I Dreamed of Africa (1991) by Kuki Gallmann.