---
title: "Africa"
year: 1999
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/africa-1999"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 191878
imdb_id: "tt0277555"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 86
community_rating: 4.8
vote_count: 6
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Africa (1999) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/africa-1999

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Africa is a film released on February 18, 1999, in the United States, categorized under the adventure and drama genres. The production has a runtime of one hour and twenty-six minutes. The film is directed by Paul Matthews and features a cast that includes Dorette Potgieter, Greg Wise, and Patrick Bergin. The storyline focuses on a troubled supermodel who struggles to survive after a car accident leaves her stranded in the African bush. Additional details regarding the plot or other crew members are not specified in the provided records. The movie is associated with the Movie Database platform, where it is classified as a feature-length motion picture released at the end of the 1990s decade.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paul Matthews

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dorette Potgieter** as *Vicky Young*
- **Greg Wise** as *Josh Sinclair*
- **Patrick Bergin** as *John Young*
- **Ana Alexander** as *Trish*
- **David Dukas** as *Stick*
- **Elizabeth Berkley** as *Barbara Craig*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Africa online?
Africa is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Africa worth watching?
Africa holds a community rating of 4.8/10 based on 6 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Africa and when was it released?
Africa is a feature film with a runtime of 86 minutes. It was released in 1999. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Africa?
Africa was directed by Paul Matthews.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Africa — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/191878)
- [Africa (1999) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/191878-africa/cast)
- [Africa Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/africa/10129203/credits/)
- [The Long Run (film)](https://grokipedia.com/)

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