Back to Africa (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film
Released in 1997, Back to Africa is a drama film directed by Tony Abulu, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Sade, an American, embarks on a journey to Africa in search of her long lost father who abandoned her in New York as a child.
Who’s in it. Back to Africa stars Jab Ads, Wole Amele, Ella Asaad and Lanre Hassan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Back to Africa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Back to Africa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Back to Africa (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Back to Africa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Back to Africa?
- Back to Africa stars Jab Ads, Wole Amele, Ella Asaad, Lanre Hassan and Jimmy Johnson.
- When was Back to Africa released?
- Back to Africa was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.