6.5
Is Jambo worth watching?
82
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 6.5).
82
GreatGoodWatch scoreSummary
"Jambo" (Swahili for “Greetings” and rhymes with Mambo) — a live-action Ivan Tors animal series hosted and narrated by “Daktari” star Marshall Thompson. Familiar with the African scene he brings first-hand knowledge to the show. Each episode highlights different animals in personalized, real- life adventure stories. Filmed on three continents and under two oceans.
Good for
- Family movie night
- Friends night
- Kids
Skip it if
- You want something to laugh at
- You want dark or edgy material
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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Facts
September 6, 1969 · September 6, 1969 · Ended
- First aired
- September 6, 1969
- Last aired
- September 6, 1969
- Status
- Ended
- Length
- 1 season · 1 episode
- Genres
- Documentary
- Original language
- English
Q&A
5 questions, like "Is Jambo worth watching?"
Questions about Jambo
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Jambo okay for kids?
Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.
How long does it take to watch Jambo?
1 h
About 1 hour: 1 episodes in 1 season of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1969 to 1969.
Can I half-watch Jambo?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
Will I feel good after watching Jambo?
BleakHopeful
Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.