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Movie Info

Release Date: January 07, 1952
Runtime: 105 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (14)
Genres:
Drama Adventure Romance
Budget: $1,000,000
Revenue: $10,750,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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96%
Tomatometer
91
91/100
Metacritic
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7.4/10
TMDB
1,041 votes
7.7/10
IMDb
88,668 votes
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The African Queen

1952

"Love sparks where rivers run wild."

Also known as: 🇪🇸 ES: La Reina de África? 🇫🇷 FR: L'odyssée de l'African Queen? 🇵🇹 PT: A Rainha Africana? 🇰🇷 KO: 아프리카의 여왕? 🇨🇳 ZH: 东非狂暴记? All international titles (14) →

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
2 Nominations
3 Total
Oscars
1 2 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1952 Oscars Best Actor Humphrey Bogart Winner
1952 Oscars Best Actress Katharine Hepburn Nominated
1952 Oscars Best Director John Huston Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
1952 Oscars Best Actor Humphrey Bogart
Year Festival Category Winner
1952 Oscars Best Actress Katharine Hepburn
1952 Oscars Best Director John Huston

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Available in Romania on Netflix

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Box Office

Budget: $1,000,000
Revenue: $10,750,000
Profit $9,750,000
ROI +975% (10.8x)

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The African Queen is directed by John Huston .

Crew & Production

Keywords

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The African Queen

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  • The film was shot on location in the Congo River basin, which presented significant challenges including difficult terrain and unpredictable weather conditions that complicated the production schedule.

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  • Humphrey Bogart's performance as Charlie Allnutt was noted for its authenticity; he often improvised his lines, which added to the character's charm and spontaneity.

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  • The African Queen features a scene where the titular boat is shown being constructed, which was filmed using a real-life riverboat rather than a model, showcasing the practical effects of the time.

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  • During filming, Katharine Hepburn suffered from malaria, yet she continued to work through her illness, demonstrating her dedication to the role.

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  • The film's score was composed by Allan Gray, who incorporated traditional African musical elements to enhance the film's setting and atmosphere.

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  • The African Queen is often cited as a significant influence on later adventure films, particularly those featuring unlikely partnerships and survival themes.

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