It’s been barely a month since we got the news of Alexx Ekubo’s death, and it’s still sad that Nollywood lost one of its brightest stars. But if there’s one thing he left behind, it’s a filmography packed with memorable performances. He was especially known for his fine boy charm which he brought to every role. So, what better way to honour the actor and his range than by looking back at some of the roles that made him such a beloved presence on our screens.
1. A Sunday Affair (2023)
Role: Femi
Two best friends fall for the same man. You already know peace was never an option. In the midst of the love triangle wahala, Alexx plays Femi, a close friend of Sunday, the guy leading two women on.
Watch A Sunday Affair on Netflix.
2. Afamefuna (2023)
Role: Paul
Alexx plays Paul, a senior apprentice who takes Afamefuna under his wing. They are practically brothers, until Afam gets his settlement first, and Paul lets his jealousy get the better of him. The film earned Alexx an AMVCA nomination for Best Supporting Actor: his last major role, and one of his best.
3. The Weekend Getaway (2012)
Role: Andre
Three groups of people arrive at the Le Meridien hotel for a relaxing weekend getaway: a man meeting his online love, a married couple hoping to rekindle their spark, and a wealthy cougar. Alexx plays Andre, the boyfriend of the cougar. Fun fact: this was one of Alexx’s first major breakout roles and the role that put him into the limelight.
Watch The Weekend Getaway on YouTube.
4. Lagos Cougars (2013)
Role: 2013
Three women in their forties decide they are done with men their own age and start dating younger. Alexx plays Chigo, the toy boy attached to Aret (Uche Jombo). She pays for everything he owns, while he’s simply chilling. The drama that follows is exactly as messy as you’d expect.
Watch Lagos Cougars on Netflix.
5. Gbomo Gbomo Express (2015)
Role: Hubby
Gbomo Gbomo Express follows a small-time band of crooks working in a shawarma joint. When a woman is unfortunately the first victim of their antics, we meet Hubby, her husband played by the talented Alexx. The whole film is just these people making terrible decisions, one after another.
Watch Gbomo Gbomo Express on IrokoTv.
6. First Lady (2015)
Role: Obama
Michelle wants out of sex work, but Obama, her abusive pimp, has other plans. He’s the man who gave her the name Michelle, and abuse is only one of his many terrible qualities. It’s one of the biggest departures from Alexx Ekubo’s usual charm.
7. A Man for the Weekend (2017)
Role: Bryan
Bryan Mbah is a simple intern at the corporate firm where the main character, Candace, works. However, this dynamic takes a turn for the better when she hires him as a boyfriend to impress her mother.
Watch A Man For The Weekend on YouTube.
8. Catch. Er (2017)
Role: Tony Bello
What happens when your wife dies and you turn out to be a key suspect? That’s Tony Bello’s fate in this classic thriller movie.
This movie is currently unavailable on streaming platforms.
9. Bling Lagosians (2019)
Role: Nnamdi
The movie follows a wealthy Lagos family trying to maintain appearances while going broke behind the scenes. Alexx plays Nnamdi, another upper-class Lagos person pretending everything is fine.
Watch The Bling Lagosians on Netflix.
10. Blood Covenant (2022)
Role: Obi
Four friends make a pact in secondary school never to leave each other. Somehow, life happens and they separate. In this time, Obi (Alexx Ekubo) has become wealthier than the group. Their greed and quest for quick wealth lead them down a very dangerous path.
Watch Blood Covenant on Prime Video.
