From underrated gems with star-studded casts to bold, thought-provoking dramas, Nollywood continues to serve variety, depth, and unforgettable storytelling. This July, I’ve rounded up a lineup of films that deserve more than a casual scroll-by.
Whether you’re craving a sweet love story, a gripping crime thriller, an emotional rollercoaster, or pure chaotic comedy, there’s something on this list guaranteed to keep you hooked.
Here are the 10 best Nollywood movies to watch on Netflix this July.
Couple of Days (2016)
Running time: 1h 42m
Director: Tolu Lordtanner
Genre: Drama
Couple of Days brings us back to three Nigerian couples on a weekend getaway in Ibadan — but this time, the tensions run deeper and the secrets hit harder. Cynthia (Lilian Esoro) suspects her husband Jude (Eyinna Nwigwe) is cheating. Joke (Kiki Omeili) and Lanre (Ademola Adedoyin) are drowning in money problems. And the seemingly perfect pair, Nina (Adesua Etomi-Wellington) and Dan (Okey Uzoeshi), are far from okay.
As hidden betrayals surface and unspoken resentments boil over, the group’s dynamic begins to unravel. If you’re into stories about love, loyalty, and how happy endings are never that simple, this one’s for you.
Watch Couple of Days on Netflix.
In Line (2017)
Running time: 1h 55m
Director: Tope Oshin
Genre: Drama
Debo (Uzor Arukwe), an ex-convict, is struggling to rebuild his life after prison. His wife Kate (Adesua Etomi) has been holding things down — managing his advertising business and clinging to hope — while he battles personal demons. But when suspicion creeps in, Debo hires a private investigator, Bella (Sika Osei), whose own motives may not be as clear as they seem.
As secrets begin to unravel, the couple’s already fragile marriage cracks under the weight of mistrust. If you love domestic thrillers where love and loyalty blur into suspicion, In Line will keep you watching.
Jolly Roger (2022)
Running time: 1h 28m
Director: Walter Taylaur
Genre: Thriller
Brume (Daniel Etim-Effiong), a banker grieving his mother’s sudden death and his wife’s struggle with infertility, gets cornered by two corrupt police officers (Frank Donga and Toyin Oshinaike) demanding a bribe. But when his wife is murdered under disturbing circumstances, Brume spirals and calls on his friend Dammy (Deyemi Okanlawon) to pose as a fraudster and kidnap the officers.
What follows is a tense hostage standoff laced with betrayal, superstition, and raw revenge. Jolly Roger tackles police corruption and grief with an emotional, slow-burn intensity. A gripping watch for anyone who enjoys thrillers with real-world stakes.
Man of God (2022)
Running time: 1h 51m
Director: Bolanle Austen-Peters
Genre: Drama
Man of God follows Samuel Obalolu (Akah Nnani), a young man raised under the strict rule of his pastor father (Jude Chukwuka). Desperate to escape the suffocating grip of religion, Samuel flees home to chase his passions — dabbling in university life, a budding music career, and complicated relationships with Teju (Osas Ighodaro) and Rekya (Dorcas Shola-Fapson).
Years later, Samuel rises to fame in the ministry, leading a booming church. But beneath the surface lies a struggle with guilt, betrayal, and spiritual unrest. As the past catches up with him, he’s forced to reckon with who he’s become.
If you’re drawn to stories about faith, power, and redemption, Man of God is worth your time.
New Money (2018)
Running time: 1h 58m
Director: Biodun Stephen
Genre: Drama
Toun Odumosu (Jemima Osunde) is a humble shop attendant whose life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers she’s the sole heir to her estranged father’s trillion-naira business empire. Thrust from Lekki streets to luxury boardrooms and fashion weeks, she’s expected to run the company — despite her inexperience and shaky sense of self.
What follows is a messy, chaotic, and often cringeworthy adjustment period filled with impulsive spending, an awkward love triangle, and constant self-doubt.
If you love feel-good dramas about sudden transformation and the messy balance between identity, heritage, and power, New Money delivers just that.
Strangers (2022)
Running time: 1h 58m
Director: Biodun Stephen
Genre: Drama
Inspired by real-life events, Strangers follows the journey of Ade (Lateef Adedimeji), a young man from Ireti Village in Ondo State. After being struck by a debilitating illness and grappling with personal loss, Ade writes a heartfelt letter to a mysterious benefactor, recounting how unexpected strangers changed the course of his life.
This emotionally charged, character-driven film traces Ade’s transformation from an ailing boy to a determined adult. Anchored by his mother’s unwavering support and acts of kindness from strangers, Strangers is a powerful story of community, resilience, and grace.
If you enjoy stories that explore fate, faith, and the healing power of human connection, this one’s worth watching.
The Millions (2019)
Running time: 1h 34m
Director: Toka McBaror
Genre: Comedy, Crime
The Millions is a slick, high-stakes comedy-thriller that follows Bem Kator (Ramsey Nouah), a smooth-talking con artist who pulls together a ragtag crew — Jerome (Blossom Chukwujekwu), Wole Baba (Ayo Makun), and the enigmatic Ivey (Nancy Isime) — for what they believe will be Nigeria’s biggest heist: stealing $42 million hidden in a billionaire’s basement.
But as the plan inches closer to execution, cracks begin to show. Alliances crumble, loyalties shift, and no one’s motives are as they seem.
If you’re in the mood for a fast-paced Nigerian heist with twists, betrayals, and big personalities, The Millions is worth the gamble.
Watch The Millions on Netflix.
The Stand Up (2022)
Running time: 1h 39m
Director: Jide ‘JBlaze’ Oyegbile
Genre: Drama
The Stand Up follows Ovie (Paul Olope), a young man from Warri working as a security guard alongside his father. But when his father is tragically murdered, and a powerful local don, Devwor (Richard Mofe-Damijo), arrives demanding repayment of a ₦2 million debt — with Ovie’s sister, Janet, held as collateral — everything changes.
Determined to save his sister, Ovie heads to Lagos, where a chance encounter with a talent manager (Mofe Duncan) pulls him into the unexpected world of stand-up comedy.
If you’re into Nigerian stories that balance crime, family drama, and unexpected comedy, The Stand Up is worth adding to your watchlist.
Watch The Stand Up on Netflix.
The Wildflower (2022)
Running time: 1h 47m
Director: Biodun Stephen
Genre: Drama
The Wildflower weaves together the harrowing experiences of three women from different generations as they confront violence and abuse at the hands of men. Rolake (Damilare Kuku), a bright architecture graduate, lands an assistant job with CEO Gowon Williams (Deyemi Okanlawon), only to face sexual harassment and assault while trying to build her career.
At the same time, Mama Adaolisa (Toyin Abraham) silently endures years of domestic abuse, which ultimately ends in tragedy. Her daughter, Adaolisa (Sandra Okunzuwa), survives a disturbing encounter with a predatory neighbour.
Each woman’s journey to speak up and seek justice reveals how power, privilege, and age shape their paths — and how a culture of silence continues to enable abuse.
If you’re drawn to emotional storytelling with a strong social message, The Wildflower is worth watching.
Watch The Wildflower on Netflix.
Yahoo+ (2022)
Running time: 1h 25m
Director: Ebuka Njoku
Genre: Thriller
Yahoo+ follows two longtime friends, Ose (Keezyto) and Abacha (Somadina Adinma), struggling wannabe actors who turn to cyber fraud to survive. When scamming doesn’t bring quick success, desperation pushes them toward the darker, more dangerous path of “Yahoo+” — a blend of online scams and ritual sacrifice — under the influence of a fixer named Ikolo (Ken Erics).
Running parallel to their descent are Kamso (Echelon Mbadiwe) and Pino-Pino (Ifeoma Obinwa), two young women navigating transactional sex, equally trapped by the harsh realities of survival.
Yahoo+ is a gritty, unflinching look at the underbelly of modern Nigeria, perfect for viewers drawn to stories that explore desperation, ambition, and the human cost of systemic failure.
