Sankofa (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1993, Sankofa is a drama film directed by Haile Gerima, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. On a photo shoot in Ghana, an American model slips back in time, becomes enslaved on a plantation and bears witness to the agony of her ancestral past.
Who’s in it. Sankofa stars Kofi Ghanaba as Sankofa, Oyafunmike Ogunlano as Mona, Alexandra Duah as Nunu and Nick Medley as Joe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Sankofa has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sankofa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sankofa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sankofa (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sankofa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sankofa worth watching?
- Sankofa holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sankofa?
- Sankofa stars Kofi Ghanaba, Oyafunmike Ogunlano, Alexandra Duah, Nick Medley and Mutabaruka.
- When was Sankofa released?
- Sankofa was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.