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Come Back, Africa

6.819591h 35mMovieDrama

Come Back, Africa chronicles the life of Zachariah, a black South African living under the rule of the harsh apartheid government in 1959.

DirectorLionel Rogosin
WritersLionel Rogosin·Bloke Modisane
ProducerLionel Rogosin

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Criterion ChannelCriterion ChannelOVIDOVIDKino Film CollectionKino Film CollectionKanopyKanopy
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Cast · Directed by Lionel Rogosin

MMMiriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba
Miriam
VM
Vinah Makeba
Vinah
ZM
Zachria Makeba
Zachariah
MP
Molly Parkin

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Come Back, Africa — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Come Back, Africa?

Come Back, Africa is streaming on Criterion Channel, OVID and Kino Film Collection in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Come Back, Africa on Netflix?

No, Come Back, Africa is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and OVID.

Is Come Back, Africa on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Come Back, Africa isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel and OVID instead.

Where can I watch Come Back, Africa for free?

Come Back, Africa is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.