The Lion Hunters (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1951, The Lion Hunters is an adventure film directed by Ford Beebe, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. A lion trapper and his daughter rendezvous with their hardheaded partner in the African jungle. Bomba, with assistance from a local tribe, strives to run them off.
Who’s in it. The Lion Hunters stars Johnny Sheffield as Bomba, Ann E. Todd as Jean Forbes, Douglas Kennedy as Marty Martin and Morris Ankrum as Tom Forbes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Lion Hunters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lion Hunters page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lion Hunters 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 The Lion Hunters (1951)?
- In US, The Lion Hunters is available to stream on YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Lion Hunters worth watching?
- The Lion Hunters holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lion Hunters?
- The Lion Hunters stars Johnny Sheffield, Ann E. Todd, Douglas Kennedy, Morris Ankrum and Smoki Whitfield.
- When was The Lion Hunters released?
- The Lion Hunters was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.