Come Back, Africa (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1959, Come Back, Africa is a drama and documentary film directed by Lionel Rogosin, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Come Back, Africa chronicles the life of Zachariah, a black South African living under the rule of the harsh apartheid government in 1959.
Who’s in it. Come Back, Africa stars Miriam Makeba as Miriam, Vinah Makeba as Vinah, Zachria Makeba as Zachariah and Molly Parkin.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Come Back, Africa has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel, OVID and Kino Film Collection. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Come Back, Africa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Come Back, Africa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Come Back, Africa (1959)?
- In US, Come Back, Africa is available to stream on Criterion Channel, OVID and Kino Film Collection. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Come Back, Africa worth watching?
- Come Back, Africa holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Come Back, Africa?
- Come Back, Africa stars Miriam Makeba, Vinah Makeba, Zachria Makeba and Molly Parkin.
- When was Come Back, Africa released?
- Come Back, Africa was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.