Out of Africa (1985)
Kernel Score: 80% · 1,507 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: History, Romance, Drama
Released: 1985-12-20
Runtime: 161 minutes
Where to watch Out of Africa
- Stream: YouTube TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
Out of Africa parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Out of Africa is a PG historical romance involving infidelity, a cuckolded husband, and references to syphilis.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Central plot involves infidelity between characters and a subplot involving syphilis.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Robert Redford as Denys George Finch Hatton
- Meryl Streep as Karen Christence Dinesen Blixen
- Klaus Maria Brandauer as Baron Bror Blixen/Baron Hans Blixen
- Michael Kitchen as Berkeley Cole
- Malick Bowens as Farah
- Michael Gough as Lord Delamere
- Suzanna Hamilton as Felicity
- Rachel Kempson as Lady Belfield
- Graham Crowden as Lord Belfield
- Leslie Phillips as Sir Joseph
Out of Africa FAQ
Is Out of Africa good?
Out of Africa has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,507 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Out of Africa?
In the US you can stream Out of Africa on YouTube TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Out of Africa OK for kids?
Out of Africa is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Out of Africa is a PG historical romance involving infidelity, a cuckolded husband, and references to syphilis.
What movies are like Out of Africa?
If you liked Out of Africa, try The Bridges of Madison County, The Duchess, Tess and Far from the Madding Crowd.