Countdown at Kusini
“A Dynamite Story of African Revolution!”
Synopsis
An American musician working in Nigeria becomes involved with a patriot hunted by a mercenary in Africa.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ossie Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Ossie Davis, Ladi Ladebo, Al Freeman Jr.
- Original Score
- Manu Dibango
- Original Title
- Countdown at Kusini
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Nigeria Glipp Productions, DST Telecommunications
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ossie Davis
Ossie Davis, Ladi Ladebo, Al Freeman Jr., John Storm Roberts
Manu Dibango
Andrew Laszlo
George Bowers
Ladi Ladebo, Lillian Benbow
Department Leadership Roster
Ossie Davis
Director
Ladi Ladebo
Producer
Andrew Laszlo
Director of Photography
Manu Dibango
Original Music Composer
George Bowers
Editor
Ossie Davis
Screenplay
Ladi Ladebo
Screenplay
Al Freeman Jr.
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Countdown at Kusini
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Countdown at Kusini about?
An American musician working in Nigeria becomes involved with a patriot hunted by a mercenary in Africa.
Who directed Countdown at Kusini?
Countdown at Kusini was directed by Ossie Davis.
Who stars in Countdown at Kusini?
The principal cast of Countdown at Kusini includes Ruby Dee, Ossie Davis, Greg Morris, Tom Aldredge, Michael Ebert.
When was Countdown at Kusini released and how long is it?
Countdown at Kusini was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Countdown at Kusini?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Countdown at Kusini was composed by Manu Dibango.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Countdown at Kusini?
Countdown at Kusini holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).