Congo Maisie (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1940, Congo Maisie is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by H. C. Potter, running about 71 minutes. “"I wouldn't take you, big boy, if I won you at BINGO !"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Maisie gets lost in a jungle in Africa and the jungle of romance. The African jungle has snakes, crocodiles and witch doctors. The romantic jungle has a dedicated doctor with an un-dedicated wife and an embittered doctor who is dedicated to no one.
Who’s in it. Congo Maisie stars Ann Sothern as Maisie Ravier, John Carroll as Dr. Michael Shane, Rita Johnson as Kay McWade and Shepperd Strudwick as Dr. John 'Jock' McWade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Congo Maisie has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Congo Maisie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Congo Maisie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Congo Maisie (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Congo Maisie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Congo Maisie worth watching?
- Congo Maisie holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Congo Maisie?
- Congo Maisie stars Ann Sothern, John Carroll, Rita Johnson, Shepperd Strudwick and J. M. Kerrigan.
- When was Congo Maisie released?
- Congo Maisie was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.