Strange World (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 2

Released in 1950, Strange World is an adventure film directed by Franz Eichhorn, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. During an archeological expedition in the Amazon, a group of explorers -- including a father and a son -- finds a beautiful golden statue. The party is attacked by remnants of a lost civilization, and the son is rescued by Indians. Years later, living in the city, he discovers in a magazine article photographic evidence of the golden god in the jungle. Willing to find his father, he quits his job and travels to the Amazon.
Who’s in it. Strange World stars Angelika Hauff as Elisa, Helmuth Schneider as Edgar, America Cabral as Father and Carmen Brown as Dancer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Strange World has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Strange World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Strange World 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 Strange World (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Strange World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Strange World worth watching?
- Strange World holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Strange World?
- Strange World stars Angelika Hauff, Helmuth Schneider, America Cabral, Carmen Brown and Grijó Sobrinho.
- When was Strange World released?
- Strange World was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.