The Last African Flying Boat (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1990, The Last African Flying Boat is a documentary film directed by David Wallace, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. For the first time in 40 years African skies resound to the roar of a flying boat. Alexander Frater boards a wartime Catalina in search of the romance and adventure of Imperial Airways' legendary route from Cairo to the Cape - down the White Nile to the Rift Valley lakes of Kenya and on to the astonishing Ilha de Mocambique - the forgotten jewel of the Indian Ocean.
Who’s in it. The Last African Flying Boat stars Alexander Frater as Self - Presenter.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Last African Flying Boat has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last African Flying Boat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last African Flying Boat tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last African Flying Boat (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last African Flying Boat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last African Flying Boat worth watching?
- The Last African Flying Boat holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Last African Flying Boat?
- The Last African Flying Boat stars Alexander Frater.
- When was The Last African Flying Boat released?
- The Last African Flying Boat was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.