Safari (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1940, Safari is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Edward H. Griffith, running about 80 minutes. “It's a Safari of Love! Burning sands . . . burning lips! It's night-time on the glamorous Nile!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Millionaire Baron de Courland and his fiancée Linda Stewart employ Jim Logan as a guide for their hunting trip in the jungle. Linda finds unplanned adventure in her sudden love for Jim, ultimately forsaking her future with the Baron for the joys of true love.
Who’s in it. Safari stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Jim Logan, Madeleine Carroll as Linda Stewart, Tullio Carminati as Baron de Courtland and Muriel Angelus as Fay Thorne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Safari has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Safari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Safari tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Safari (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Safari change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Safari worth watching?
- Safari holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Safari?
- Safari stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Madeleine Carroll, Tullio Carminati, Muriel Angelus and Lynne Overman.
- When was Safari released?
- Safari was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.