Out of Africa
1985, English. Directed by Sydney Pollack.
Based on a true story.
Tells the life story of Danish author Karen Blixen, who at the beginning of the 20th century moved to Africa to build a new life for herself. The film is based on her 1937 autobiographical novel.
- Runtime
- 2h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Out of Africa isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Sydney PollackDirector
- Robert RedfordDenys Finch Hatton
- Meryl StreepKaren Blixen
- Klaus Maria BrandauerBror / Hans von Blixen-Finecke
- Michael KitchenBerkeley Cole
- Malick BowensFarah Aden
- Michael GoughLord Delamere
- Suzanna HamiltonFelicity Spurway
- Rachel KempsonLady Belfield
- Graham CrowdenLord Belfield
- Leslie PhillipsSir Joseph
- Shane RimmerBelknap, farm manager
- Joseph ThiakaKamante
Details
- Released
- 20 December 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Kurt Luedtke
- Budget
- $31M
- Box office
- $228M
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What Out of Africa is based on
Out of Africa is based on Out of Africa, a 1937 memoir or autobiography by Karen Blixen.
Memoir or autobiography · 1937
Out of Africa
By Karen Blixen
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Out of Africa: quick answers
Is Out of Africa worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 1,611 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Out of Africa?
Out of Africa runs 161 minutes (2h 41m).
Does Out of Africa have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Out of Africa. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Out of Africa parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Out of Africa is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Out of Africa on?
Out 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 Out of Africa?
If you liked Out of Africa, try The Duchess, Reds, The Bridges of Madison County.
Who directed Out of Africa?
Out of Africa (1985) was directed by Sydney Pollack and stars Robert Redford, Meryl Streep, Klaus Maria Brandauer.
What is Out of Africa based on?
Out of Africa is based on Out of Africa, a 1937 memoir or autobiography by Karen Blixen.