Out of Africa
Tells the life story of Danish author Karen Blixen, who at the beginning of the 20th century moved to Africa to build a new life for herself. The film is based on her 1937 autobiographical novel.
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix and YouTube TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Denys Refuses to Shoot the Lioness
Karen Fights the Lioness
Robert Redford and Meryl Streep Own a Coffee Farm in Kenya
Robert Redford and Meryl Streep Soar Over Kenya
Out of Africa Wins Best Sound: 1986 Oscars
Out of Africa Wins Cinematography: 1986 Oscars
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Frequently asked questions about Out of Africa
Where can I watch Out of Africa in the United States?
Out of Africa is available to stream on Netflix and YouTube TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Out of Africa on Netflix?
Yes. Out of Africa is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside YouTube TV.
Can I watch Out of Africa for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Out of Africa needs a subscription to Netflix and YouTube TV, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Out of Africa?
Out of Africa scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Out of Africa?
Out of Africa stars Robert Redford, Meryl Streep, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Michael Kitchen, and Malick Bowens. Sydney Pollack is the director.
How long is Out of Africa?
Out of Africa runs 2h 41m (161 minutes).
When did Out of Africa come out?
Out of Africa was released on December 20, 1985.
Which studio made Out of Africa?
Out of Africa was produced by Universal Pictures, Mirage Entertainment, and Mirage Enterprises in the United States.
What was the budget for Out of Africa?
Out of Africa was made on a budget of $31,000,000.
How much did Out of Africa make at the box office?
Out of Africa grossed $227,514,205 worldwide, against a budget of $31,000,000.
What languages is Out of Africa in?
Out of Africa is in English and Swahili, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.