West of Zanzibar
1928, English. Directed by Tod Browning.
A story of love and revenge in the African jungles!
A magician seeks vengeance upon the man who paralyzed him and the illegitimate daughter he sired with the magician's wife.
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
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West of Zanzibar is streaming on TCM in India.
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Cast & crew
- Tod BrowningDirector
- Lon ChaneyPhroso 'Dead-Legs'
- Lionel BarrymoreCrane
- Mary NolanMaizie
- Warner BaxterDoc
- Jacqueline GadsdenAnna
- Tiny WardTiny
- Kalla PashaBabe
- Curtis NeroBumbu
- Chaz ChaseMusic Hall Performer (uncredited)
- Rose DioneZanzibar Club Owner (uncredited)
- Louise EmmonsOld Woman on Street (uncredited)
- Fred GambleVaudeville Comedian (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 24 November 1928
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Elliott J. Clawson
- Budget
- $259K
- Box office
- $921K
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What West of Zanzibar is based on
West of Zanzibar is adapted from a play or musical.
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West of Zanzibar: quick answers
Is West of Zanzibar worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is West of Zanzibar?
West of Zanzibar runs 70 minutes (1h 10m).
Does West of Zanzibar have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for West of Zanzibar. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
West of Zanzibar parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
West of Zanzibar is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is West of Zanzibar on?
West of Zanzibar is streaming on TCM in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like West of Zanzibar?
If you liked West of Zanzibar, try Time Without Pity, Gaslight, Ride the Pink Horse.
Who directed West of Zanzibar?
West of Zanzibar (1928) was directed by Tod Browning and stars Lon Chaney, Lionel Barrymore, Mary Nolan.
What is West of Zanzibar based on?
West of Zanzibar is adapted from a play or musical.