Shaft in Africa
1973, English. Directed by John Guillermin.
Shaft is stickin' it...all the way.
Detective John Shaft travels incognito to Ethiopia, then France, to bust a human trafficking ring.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 88 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Shaft in Africa isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Details
- Released
- 20 June 1973
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stirling Silliphant
- Budget
- $2.1M
- Box office
- $1.5M
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Shaft in Africa: quick answers
What should I watch before Shaft in Africa?
Watch Shaft (1971) and Shaft's Big Score! (1972) first.
Is Shaft in Africa worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 88 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Shaft in Africa?
Shaft in Africa runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does Shaft in Africa have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Shaft in Africa. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Shaft in Africa parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shaft in Africa is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Shaft in Africa on?
Shaft in Africa isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shaft in Africa?
If you liked Shaft in Africa, try Accident Man, Kiss of the Dragon, Al Capone.
Who directed Shaft in Africa?
Shaft in Africa (1973) was directed by John Guillermin and stars Richard Roundtree, Frank Finlay, Vonetta McGee.