Africano
2001, Arabic. Directed by Amr Arafa.
The story of Badr, a young veterinarian, and his brother in law ‘Essaam, their desire for success and the seeming good fortune they encounter. Their life turned upside down when they get news that they have inherited a Zoo from Badr's uncle in South Africa. Badr and ‘Essaam fly to South Africa where they meet Gameela, Badr's niece, they find that the zoo is facing many problems. Badr, ‘Essaam, and Gameela face such challenges as vicious lion attacks, greedy bankers, treacherous relatives, with the help of Shaaker the father's lawyer and Adam, the loyal family employee.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Arabic
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Africano is streaming on Shahid VIP in India.
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- Released
- 11 September 2001
- Original title
- افريكانو
- Country
- Egypt
- Written by
- Mohamed Amin, Amr Arafa
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What Africano is based on
Africano is based on The Ghost and the Darkness, a 1996 film.
Film · 1996
The Ghost and the Darkness
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Africano runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
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Africano is streaming on Shahid VIP in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Africano?
If you liked Africano, try Hatari!, Airborne, Double Threat.
Who directed Africano?
Africano (2001) was directed by Amr Arafa and stars Ahmed Al Saqqa, Mona Zaki, Ahmed Eid.
What is Africano based on?
Africano is based on The Ghost and the Darkness, a 1996 film.