Movie

Drums of Africa

“Terror Strikes In The Jungle!”

★ 3.5(4)19631h 32m

Drums of Africa is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: James B. Clark
Release date: 1963-05-15
Runtime: 1h 32m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

About Drums of Africa

Drums of Africa is a 1963 movie in the Adventure genre, directed by James B. Clark, starring Frankie Avalon, Lloyd Bochner and Mariette Hartley. It has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 3.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Drums of Africa in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

David Moore is in East Africa to get to his employer's railway construction site. He's accompanied by the owner's son Brian and they've lined up Jack Cuortemayn, reputedly the best guide available, to take them there. Cuortemayn refuses as he doesn't care for the impact the railroad will have on the local inhabitants. While Moore tries to make other arrangements, he meets Ruth Knight who has lived there for many years working with her father in a medical clinic. There will be adventures along the way but when Ruth is captured by slave traders, it's up to the others to rescue her.

Cast

Frankie Avalon

Brian Ferrers

Lloyd Bochner

David Moore

Mariette Hartley

Ruth Knight

Torin Thatcher

Jack Cuortemayn

Hari Rhodes

Kasongo

George Sawaya

Arab

Michael Pate

Antonio Viledo

Ron Whelan

Ship Captain

Peter Mamakos

Chavera

Eddie Smith

Villager

Calvin Brown

Chief (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

africajunglerailroadslave trade

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Drums of Africa in United States?+

In United States, Drums of Africa is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Drums of Africa on Netflix?+

Drums of Africa is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Drums of Africa?+

Drums of Africa has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

Who stars in Drums of Africa?+

Drums of Africa stars Frankie Avalon, Lloyd Bochner, Mariette Hartley, Torin Thatcher and Hari Rhodes.

When did Drums of Africa come out?+

Drums of Africa is a 1963 movie directed by James B. Clark.

What genre is Drums of Africa?+

Drums of Africa is Adventure film.

Who directed Drums of Africa?+

Drums of Africa was directed by James B. Clark.