Congo Crossing (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1956, Congo Crossing is an action, thriller, drama and adventure film directed by Joseph Pevney, running about 85 minutes. “In Africa's savage city of outcasts they met in a rendezvous with terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Congotanga, West Africa, has no extradition laws; the government is controlled by foreign gangsters, headed by Carl Rittner. The latest plane from Europe carries lovely Louise Whitman, fleeing a French murder charge, and Mannering, who pays resident hit man O'Connell to kill her. Through a chain of circumstances Louise, O'Connell, and heroic surveyor David Carr end up alone in the jungle on Carr's mission to determine the true border of Congotanga... in which Rittner is keenly interested.
Who’s in it. Congo Crossing stars Virginia Mayo as Louise Whitman, George Nader as David Carr, Peter Lorre as Colonel John Miguel Orlando Arragas and Michael Pate as Bart O'Connell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Congo Crossing has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Congo Crossing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Congo Crossing tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Congo Crossing (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Congo Crossing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Congo Crossing worth watching?
- Congo Crossing holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Congo Crossing?
- Congo Crossing stars Virginia Mayo, George Nader, Peter Lorre, Michael Pate and Rex Ingram.
- When was Congo Crossing released?
- Congo Crossing was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.