Drums of Africa
“Terror Strikes In The Jungle!”
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.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 15, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James B. Clark
- Screenplay & Story
- Robin Estridge, Arthur Hoerl
- Original Score
- Johnny Mandel
- Original Title
- Drums of Africa
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James B. Clark
Robin Estridge, Arthur Hoerl
Johnny Mandel
Paul Vogel
Ben Lewis
Al Zimbalist, Philip N. Krasne
Department Leadership Roster
James B. Clark
Director
Robin Estridge
Writer
Al Zimbalist
Producer
Philip N. Krasne
Producer
Johnny Mandel
Original Music Composer
Paul Vogel
Director of Photography
Ben Lewis
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Drums of Africa
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What is Drums of Africa about?
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.
Who directed Drums of Africa?
Drums of Africa was directed by James B. Clark.
Who stars in Drums of Africa?
The principal cast of Drums of Africa includes Frankie Avalon, Lloyd Bochner, Mariette Hartley, Torin Thatcher, Hari Rhodes.
When was Drums of Africa released and how long is it?
Drums of Africa was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Drums of Africa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Drums of Africa was composed by Johnny Mandel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Drums of Africa?
Drums of Africa holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).