The Macomber Affair (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1947, The Macomber Affair is an adventure film directed by Zoltan Korda, running about 89 minutes. “Peck...Bennett...Hemingway...only all three together could create this electric love story...with a vengeance!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A big-game hunter takes a rich American couple on an African safari. Film adaptation of Ernest Hemingway's "The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber".
Who’s in it. The Macomber Affair stars Gregory Peck as Robert Wilson, Joan Bennett as Margaret Macomber, Robert Preston as Francis Macomber and Reginald Denny as Police Inspector, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Macomber Affair 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 Macomber Affair page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Macomber Affair 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 Macomber Affair (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Macomber Affair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Macomber Affair worth watching?
- The Macomber Affair holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Macomber Affair?
- The Macomber Affair stars Gregory Peck, Joan Bennett, Robert Preston, Reginald Denny and Jean Gillie.
- When was The Macomber Affair released?
- The Macomber Affair was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.