The African Doctor (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2016, The African Doctor is a comedy and drama film directed by Julien Rambaldi, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. 1975. When Seyolo Zantoko, a doctor from the Congo who has managed, along with his family, to flee tyranny, is hired by the mayor of a small town in northern France, he begins a struggle to adapt to a new life and gain the trust of the prejudiced villagers.
Who’s in it. The African Doctor stars Marc Zinga as Seyolo Zantoko, Aïssa Maïga as Anne Zantoko, Jonathan Lambert as Mayor Lavigne and Rufus as Jean, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The African Doctor has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The African Doctor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The African Doctor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The African Doctor (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The African Doctor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The African Doctor worth watching?
- The African Doctor holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The African Doctor?
- The African Doctor stars Marc Zinga, Aïssa Maïga, Jonathan Lambert, Rufus and Bayron Lebli.
- When was The African Doctor released?
- The African Doctor was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.