Angel on the Amazon (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 4

Angel on the Amazon poster

Released in 1948, Angel on the Amazon is an adventure and romance film directed by John H. Auer, running about 86 minutes. “The sullen killer of the jungles...and the woman who knew no fear! The story of their meeting and the strange events that followed!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. An expedition exploring the Amazon jungle comes across a jungle goddess who lives among the animals and fears none of them--and apparently has found the secret of eternal youth.

Who’s in it. Angel on the Amazon stars George Brent as Jim Warburton, Vera Ralston as Christine Ridgeway, Constance Bennett as Dr. Karen Lawrence and Brian Aherne as Anthony Ridgeway, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Angel on the Amazon has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Angel on the Amazon page.

If you liked it. Fans of Angel on the Amazon tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Angel on the Amazon (1948)?
In US, Angel on the Amazon is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Angel on the Amazon worth watching?
Angel on the Amazon holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Angel on the Amazon?
Angel on the Amazon stars George Brent, Vera Ralston, Constance Bennett, Brian Aherne and Fortunio Bonanova.
When was Angel on the Amazon released?
Angel on the Amazon was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.