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For Detty December 2025, we’ve rounded up ten Nollywood movies currently streaming on Netflix that deliver great stories, standout performances and entertainment that sticks with you long after the credits roll.

This list cuts across genres and moods, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Here are the 10 best Nigerian movies to watch on Netflix this month.

10. The Stand Up (2022)

Running time: 1h 39m

Director: Jide ‘JBlaze’ Oyegbile

Genre: Drama

Ovie (Paul Olope) is just a Warri guy trying to manage life as a security guard with his dad. But everything scatters when his father is murdered, and the town’s resident big bad, Devwor (Richard Mofe-Damijo), shows up to collect a ₦2 million debt Ovie didn’t even know existed. To make things worse, Devwor abducts Ovie’s sister as collateral.

With nothing but panic propelling him, Ovie runs to Lagos to rescue her. Instead, he walks straight into the wild world of stand-up comedy after bumping into a talent manager (Mofe Duncan) who swears Ovie has potential.

Watch The Stand Up on Netflix.

9. Strangers (2022)

Running time: 1h 58m

Director: Biodun Stephen

Genre: Drama

Based on true events, Strangers tells the story of Ade (Lateef Adedimeji) whose life hits pause after a serious illness and personal loss. Feeling stuck, he writes a letter to a mysterious benefactor, spilling his heart and sharing how random strangers ended up shaping his journey in ways he never expected.

We see Ade go from fragile to fighting for his life and future, with his mother’s steady love and strangers’ kindness.

Watch Strangers on Netflix.

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8. Tokunbo (2024)

Running time: 1h 52m

Director: Ramsey Noauh

Genre: Drama, Thriller

Tokunbo (Gideon Okeke) thought he had left the chaos behind. Once a notorious car smuggler, he traded fast cars and danger for family provisions. But the dark world doesn’t let you sleep that easily. When his young son falls seriously ill, Tokunbo finds himself dragged back into the orbit of Gaza (Chidi Mokeme), the old boss whose shadow still haunts him.

Tokunbo ends up tasked with delivering Nike (Darasimi Nnadi), the kidnapped daughter of a government official, straight into the hands of criminals. But this isn’t just a crime job, it’s a reckoning. Every move forces Tokunbo to weigh survival against the life he promised himself he’d leave behind.

Watch Tokunbo on Netflix.

7. Breaded Life (2021)

Running time: 2h

Director: Biodun Stephen

Genre: Comedy Drama

Breaded Life takes the usual “rich kid gets a reality check” story and throws it out the window with laughs and tears. Sunmisola (Timini Egbuson) wakes up one day to the weirdest situation ever: no one remembers who he is, except Todowede (Bimbo Ademoye), a bread hawker.

Sunmisola, confused and heartbroken, navigates a world where his identity and worth are gone while relying on someone he probably would’ve ignored before.

Watch Breaded Life on Netflix.

6. Before Valentine’s (2022)

Running time: 1h 51m

Director: Michelle Bello

Genre: Romance

Set almost entirely in a buzzing women’s salon, this movie follows four hairstylists (Uche Montana, Meg Otanwa, Bolaji Ogunmola, and Ben Lugo Touitou) whose love lives become unstable as Valentine’s Day approaches. From an effeminate partner to juicy secrets, they all have relationship pressure that’d make even a blow dryer look dramatic.

The salon in Before Valentine’s becomes more than a place to curl and straighten hair. Here, lies spill, friendships get tested and messy decisions get made.

Watch Before Valentine’s on Netflix.

5. All Na Vibes (2021)

Running time: 1h 20m

Director: Taiwo Egunjobi

Genre: Drama, Thriller

In Ibadan, three youths get into trouble during their school strike. Abiola (Tega Ethan), a wannabe musician, Lamidi (Molawa Davis), the troublemaker who brings chaos wherever he goes, and Sade (Tolu Osaile), the quiet rich girl with a politician dad.

One day, the trio decides to throw a house party just to feel alive. But the vibes they’re chasing quickly turn messy. What starts as a carefree party becomes a wild lesson in power, politics and consequences.

Watch All Na Vibes on Netflix.

4. A Lot Like Love (2023)

Running time: 1h 35m

Director: Shitty Taiwo

Genre: Thriller

Fanna (Rahama Sadau) thinks she’s just going on a chill romantic getaway with her husband and her dad’s right-hand man, Abdul (Ibrahim Suleiman). But nothing is ever smooth. Before they can even unpack, kidnappers crash the party, and instantly, their perfect getaway becomes a full-blown nightmare.

With Abdul in danger, Fanna becomes the unlikely hero. And she plans to lean on her ride-or-die friend (Sophia Alakija) and get some backup from an ex (Gabriel Afolayan) who’s clearly still carrying feelings.

Watch A Lot Like Love on Netflix.

3. King of Boys (2018)

Running time: 2h 49m

Director: Kemi Adetiba

Genre: Action, Thriller

King of Boys demands attention, just like its main character, Eniola Salami (Sola Sobowale). She’s a businesswoman and a political player whose power and influence stretch from boardrooms to Lagos’ dark streets. She runs it all with ruthless precision. But chasing legitimacy in a world built on crime comes with consequences.

The heavy cost of power tests Eniola at every turn, forcing her to prove she’s not just surviving but thriving in a man’s world that wants to see her fall.

Watch King of Boys on Netflix.

2. Jagun Jagun (2023)

Running time: 2h 31m

Director: Tope Adebayo and Adebayo Tijani

Genre: Action, Drama, Epic

Jagun Jagun is a sweeping epic that dives deep into power, loyalty and the weight of legacy. At its centre is Ogundiji (Femi Adebayo), a formidable warrior whose rise in the kingdom is marked by both brutality.

When ambition, magic, and political intrigue collide, Ogundiji clashes with one of his young soldiers and warriors, Gbotija (Lateef Adedimeji). Their enmity strips Ogundiji of his mystery and puts Gbotija at a respectable rank in the military.

Watch Jagun Jagun on Netflix.

1. Devil Is A Liar (2025)

Running time: 2h 17m

Director: Moses Inwang

Genre: Drama, Thriller

Adaora Philips (Nse Ikpe-Etim) has built a life rooted in success and stability, but everything tilts the moment she falls for Jaiye (James Gardiner). Jaiye is a charming younger man whose warmth slowly gives way to something far more sinister. Their relationship goes from deep romance into a suffocating marriage tainted by control, lies and a shocking violation that alters Adaora’s body and sense of self forever.

As the truth of Jaiye’s manipulation surfaces, Adaora turns to the only constants she has left: her sisters, Beatrice (Padita Agu) and Cheta (Nancy Isime). She leans on their courage to rebuild after being broken.

Watch Devil Is A Liar on Netflix.

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This one goes out to the people who spend more time searching for what to watch on Netflix than they do actually watching stuff. Choosing a good Nollywood movie on Netflix can feel like a daunting task because of how many truly terrible ones there are to sift through. However, I’ve done the deep dive, so you don’t have to.

For this month, here’s a lineup of the best Nigerian movies currently streaming on Netflix, featuring everything from high-stakes, chaotic thrillers and complex family dramas to tear-jerking rom-coms that remind you that Nollywood still sabi the work.

Here are ten of the best Nollywood films on Netflix right now to add to your November watch.

1. Obara’M (2022)

Running time: 1h 40m

Director: Kayode Kasum

Genre: Family Drama, Musical

It’s been ten years since Oluchi (Nancy Isime) left her village to chase money and stardom in Lagos as a singer. She’s so dedicated to the grind that she’s become a woman in a male-dominated field: Deadbeat-ism. Turns out that poverty wasn’t the only thing Oluchi left behind when she skipped the village. She also abandoned her daughter, Ihunnaya (Darsimi Nadi), with her father, Humphrey (Nkem Owoh).

Oluchi only returns when a family tragedy hits. Now, the music star wannabe has to finally face the baby mama responsibilities she ran from and experience a rebirth she didn’t plan for.

Watch Obara’M on Netflix.

2. The Rise of Igbinogun (2022)

Running time: 1h 52m

Director: Ideh Chukwuma Innocent

Genre: Drama

Igbinogun (Damilare Kuku) is a modern day Robin Hood. Using the skills she learned from her father, Ogbu (Enyinna Nwigwe), she leads a gang of thieves and is on a mission to save her community by stealing from the rich and giving to the poor.

Igbinogun defeats the entire palace guard and challenges the Prince (Blossom Chukwujekwu), who is so humiliated by the loss that he commits suicide on the spot. This throws the entire kingdom into chaos, leaving her with no choice but to lead her village.

Watch The Rise of Igbinogun on Netflix.

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3. Farmer’s Bride (2024)

Runtime: 1h 52m

Director: Jack’enneth Opukeme and Adebayo Tijani

Genre: Drama

Funmi (Gbubemi Ejeye), a young woman with big-city dreams, is married off against her will to Odun (Femi Branch), a wealthy, ageing farmer from a neighbouring village, in exchange for a few plots of land. Funmi makes it clear to everyone that she hates the arrangement.

Things get dramatically worse — or better, depending on your moral compass — when Femi (Tobi Bakre), Odun’s stubborn, and eternally shirtless nephew, comes back from school in the city. The two are instantly consumed by a visceral and forbidden attraction to each other. An attraction that eventually throws the entire family into chaos.

Watch Farmer’s Bride on Netflix.

4. The One For Sarah (2022)

Running time: 1h 37m

Director: Lyndsey Efejuku

Genre: Drama, Romance

Sarah (Beverly Naya) is a young woman struggling to heal and reconnect with the world after escaping a highly abusive relationship. Her friend, Lizzy (Bimbo Ademoye), keeps pressuring her to get back out there, so Sarah reluctantly finds herself in a messy love triangle with two friends, Fred (Uzor Arukwe) and Michael (Bucci Franklin).

On top of dealing with a Twilight-style romance, she also has to deal with her monstrous ex, Dare (Daniel Etim Effiong), sending her threatening messages.

Watch The One For Sarah on Netflix.

5. Thin Line (2024)

Running time: 1h 55m

Director: Akay Mason

Genre: Drama

Pastor Raymond Njoku (Uzor Arukwe) constantly preaches about faith, purity, and the ideal of perfect marriage. That’s until he stumbles into a dangerous affair with a manipulative prostitute named Annie (Uche Montana).

Annie, known for defrauding clients, starts blackmailing the good Pastor with threats to expose him and destroy his congregation. When Raymond confesses to his wife, Damilola (Mercy Aigbe), and thinks the worst is over, until Annie turns up dead, with all the evidence pointing straight to him.

Watch Thin Line on Netflix.

6. Jolly Roger (2022)

Running time: 1h 28m

Director: Walter Taylaur

Genre: Drama

Brume (Daniel Etim-Effiong) is having the worst year: he’s mourning the sudden loss of his mother and silently grappling with his wife’s infertility struggles. To compound his misery, he’s extorted by two corrupt police constables (Frank Donga and Toyin Oshinaike) demanding an immediate payoff. Then it becomes worse; his wife gets murdered.

Consumed by grief and a thirst for vengeance, he recruits his friend, Dammy (Deyemi Okanlawon), to kidnap the two corrupt officers by posing as a big-time fraudster. The aftermath is a chaotic, tense hostage drama where the air is thick with betrayal, desperation and revenge.

Watch Jolly Roger on Netflix.

7. Ijogbon (2023)

Running time: 1h 55m

Director: Kunle Afolayan

Genre: Drama

Four mischievous teenagers ditch school and stumble across a bag of diamonds on a mountain. This huge discovery plunges them into an insane adventure that includes escaping all the dangerous people who also want the diamonds. Though dangerous, the things they go through test the bonds of their friendship and force them to grow up fast.

Watch Ijogbon on Netflix.

8. Shina (2024)

Runtime: 1h 38m

Directors: Muyiwa Adesokun and Carmen Lilian Ike-Okoro

Genre: Drama

Shina (Timini Egbuson) is an ex-addict, ex-cultist trying to turn his life around by driving a taxi. When his grandmother falls critically ill, his desperate quest to raise money for her medical treatment forces him to re-enter the dark criminal underworld he worked so hard to escape.

He’s trying to make good choices, but the system, made up of corrupt police, dysfunctional hospitals, and crime bosses, is working hard to drag him back to the abyss.

Watch Shina on Netflix.

9. Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards (2020)

Running time: 2h

Director: Kayode Kasum

Genre: Romcom

Kambili (Nancy Isime) is a glamorous but messy and impulsive shopaholic who is facing the dreaded 30-year deadline to be both married and a CEO. Her life plans quickly go sideways when her boyfriend, John (Mawuli Gavor), dumps her for not being wife material.

Desperate to prove she can be a disciplined babe, Kambili embarks on a self-improvement mission, complete with a strict checklist from her loyal bestie, Chidi (Jide Kene Achufusi). It’s on this journey that she realises that the love she’s been searching for has been in front of her the whole time.

Watch Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards on Netflix.

10. The Waiter (2024)

Running time: 1h 40m

Director: Toka McBaror

Genre: Comedy, Thriller

Akpos (Ayo Makun), the beloved mischief-maker from the 30 Days in Atlanta movie, is now working his first day as a waiter in a fancy Abuja hotel. that’s set to host a grand event for the Minister of Poverty Alleviation, Okon Edet (Shaffy Bello). Chaos ensues when Tonye (Bucci Franklin), a heavily armed former army captain, and his crew storm the building, taking everyone hostage.

It quickly becomes a full-blown “revolution” that forces viewers to ask the classic Nigerian question: who is really to blame for the country’s woes?

Watch The Waiter on Netflix.

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If you’ve spent more time scrolling through Netflix than actually watching something, we get it — choosing a Nollywood movie these days feels like another full-time job. Luckily, we’ve done the hard work for you.

From chaotic love stories to tear-jerking family dramas and laugh-out-loud comedies, Netflix is packed with gems that remind us why Nollywood stays undefeated.

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Here are ten of the best Nollywood films on Netflix to add to your October watchlist — no skips, no stress.

1. King of Boys (2018)

Running time: 2h 49m

Director: Kemi Adetiba

Genre: Action/Thriller

At nearly three hours long, King of Boys is as ambitious as its protagonist. The film follows Eniola Salami (Sola Sobowale), a formidable businesswoman and political power broker whose public influence is matched only by her ruthless control of Lagos’s criminal underworld.

When her pursuit of legitimacy collides with the violent realities of the empire she built, she’s forced to navigate betrayal, loss, and the high price of power in a man’s world.

Directed by Kemi Adetiba, King of Boys is a sprawling narrative about ambition and survival.

Watch King of Boys on Netflix.

2. Ijakumo: Born Again Stripper (2022)

Running time: 2h

Director: Adebayo Tijani

Genre: Drama

Ashabi (Toyin Abraham) was once the adored daughter of a powerful Pentecostal pastor — until a scandal exiled her from the pulpit’s glow to society’s shadows. Years later, she returns transformed, a stripper with fire in her eyes and vengeance on her mind.

Her target: Pastor (Kunle Remi), her father’s protégé and the congregation’s saintly idol, whose charm masks moral decay.

What follows is a glossy, slow-burning drama of temptation and revenge, where faith becomes theatre and desire a weapon. Adebayo Tijani stages his story with the heightened energy of a moral thriller — all neon lights, whispered confessions, and the irresistible pull of sin.

Watch Ijakumo: Born Again Stripper on Netflix.

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3. Kasala (2017)

Runtime: 1h 24m

Director: Emamode Edosio

Genre: Comedy

When Tunji (Emeka Nwagbaraocha) “borrows” his uncle’s prized car for a quick joyride, he and his friends imagine a night of freedom and fun. Instead, they crash headlong into chaos.

With the car wrecked and the clock ticking before Uncle Taju (Jide Kosoko) returns, the boys have just five hours to scrape together a miracle — or face certain doom.

Kasala! is a fast-paced, sun-drenched Lagos adventure that captures the restlessness and resilience of youth.

Watch Kasala on Netflix.

4. 93 Days (2016)

Running time: 2h 5m

Director: Steve Gukas

Genre: Drama

93 Days is a gripping, deeply human retelling of Nigeria’s 2014 Ebola crisis — a moment when courage, sacrifice, and science collided to save an entire nation. At its heart is Dr. Ameyo Adadevoh (Bimbo Akintola), whose quick action and moral clarity contained the outbreak before it could devastate Lagos.

Director Steve Gukas builds the tension like a medical thriller, but the story’s power lies in its realism: the exhaustion in hospital corridors, the quiet fear behind each mask, and the defiance of ordinary people facing the unthinkable.

Watch 93 Days on Netflix.

5. Love Is War (2019)

Director: Omoni Oboli

Running time: 1h 49 m

Genre: Drama

In Love Is War, Omoni Oboli turns the domestic into the political — and back again — with striking precision.

She stars opposite Richard Mofe-Damijo as a married couple whose playful argument about ambition snowballs into a real-life political contest. Both decide to run for governor, and suddenly campaign posters replace family portraits.

What begins as marital mischief quickly becomes a referendum on ego, loyalty, and the fragile balance between love and power. Every campaign scene brims with subtext — debates sound like couples’ therapy sessions, and private arguments spill into public view.

Watch Love Is War on Netflix.

6. The Wildflower (2024)

Running time: 1h 47m

Director: Biodun Stephen

Genre: Drama

In The Wildflower, Biodun Stephen turns an ordinary compound into a crucible of gender, power, and survival. Three women live side by side — Rolake (Damilare Kuku), harassed at work; Mama Adaolisa (Toyin Abraham), trapped in a violent marriage; and her daughter, Adaolisa (Sandra Okunzuwa), coming of age in a world that teaches fear as self-preservation.

Their stories unfold in quiet, parallel beats until one act of resistance shatters the routine. Rolake’s decision to fight back becomes the spark that binds them all, forcing silence to give way to reckoning.

Watch The Wildflowers on YouTube.

7. Man of God (2022)

Running time: 1h 51m

Director: Bolanle Austen-Peters

Genre: Drama

In Man of God, Bolanle Austen-Peters examines the uneasy marriage between faith and ambition through the life of Samuel Obalolu (Akah Nnani), the rebellious son of a fire-and-brimstone pastor.

Raised under the weight of piety and punishment, Samuel flees home in search of freedom — and finds it in the seductive mix of music, romance, and reckless independence that university life promises.

But the rebellion that once felt like salvation curdles into something more complicated. Years later, Samuel reemerges as a charismatic preacher, adored by his congregation and haunted by his past.

Watch Man of God on Netflix.

8. Glamour Girls (2022)

Running time: 2h 5m

Director: Bunmi Ajakaiye

Genre: Drama/Thriller

Bunmi Ajakaiye’s Glamour Girls, a reimagining of the 1994 cult classic, dives headfirst into the seductive chaos of Lagos’s elite nightlife — a world where money buys access, but never safety.

At its centre is Emma (Sharon Ooja-Nwoke), a young woman whose sudden job loss pushes her from the strip club to the penthouse, from survival to spectacle.

The film unravels in glitter and shadows, charting Emma’s transformation as she joins a circle of high-end escorts orbiting the city’s most powerful men. Every encounter feels like a transaction, every promise a trap.

Watch Glamour Girls on Netflix.

9. Sugar Rush (2019)

Running time: 1h 59m

Director: Kayode Kasum

Genre: Action/Comedy

Kayode Kasum’s Sugar Rush takes the classic heist caper and gives it a deliriously Nigerian spin — loud, fast, and unapologetically over the top.

When three sisters (Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Bimbo Ademoye, and Bisola Aiyeola) stumble upon $800,000 at a crime scene, their impulsive decision to keep it sets off a chain reaction of chaos.

What follows is a riotous sprint through Lagos’s underworld, where corrupt agents, gangsters, and the supernatural all collide in the pursuit of misplaced money.

Beneath the laughter, Sugar Rush plays like a satire of greed and luck — a reminder that in Nigeria, even miracles come with small print.

Watch Sugar Rush on Netflix.

10. Ada Omo Daddy (2023)

Runtime: 2h 3m

Directors: Adebayo Tijani and Akay Mason

Genre: Comedy/Drama

At once boisterous and heartfelt, Ada Omo Daddy unfolds within the joyful pandemonium of a Nigerian wedding — where music, money, and emotion all compete for attention.

Pero (Omowunmi Dada) is preparing to marry the love of her life, Victor (Tayo Faniran), when her long-estranged biological father (Charles Okafor) reappears, threatening to upend years of delicate family equilibrium.

Ada Omo Daddy is both spectacle and study — a vibrant meditation on love, forgiveness, and the complicated choreography of family.

Watch Ada Omo Daddy on Netflix.

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Nollywood has never been shy about bringing the heat. From sultry glances to steamy love scenes, Nigerian movies are not strangers to tantalising sexy scenes.

Whether forbidden love, messy entanglements, or passion that just won’t quit, there are Nollywood movies on Netflix that prove that the industry knows exactly how to turn up the heat.

If you’re looking for something bold and downright sexy, here are the ten sexiest Nollywood movies you can stream on Netflix right now.

10. Finding Hubby (2020)

Running time: 1h 44m

Director: Femi D. Ogunsanwo

Genre: Romcom

Oyin Clegg (Ade Laoye) is a successful career woman trying to balance a demanding job, pressure from her family, and her own search for love.

Her journey captures the full colours of romance, lust, and Lagos dating chaos, from high-fashion moments to flirty dinner dates, one-night stands, and late-night temptations.

Finding Hubby is streaming on Netflix, but is unavailable in Nigeria.

9. Couple of Days (2016)

Running time: 1h 42m

Director: Tolu Lordtanner

Genre: Drama, Romance

Set in Ibadan, three couples (Ademola Adedeoyin and Kiki Omeili, Adesua Etomi-Wellington and Okey Uzoeshi, Lilian Esoro and Enyinna Nwigwe) come together for what should be a lighthearted holiday. But intimacy has a way of peeling back facades.

Between candlelit dinners, fun hangouts and late-night conversations, hidden truths begin to slip out; from infidelity to unspoken desires. At the core, this movie shows that love is always complicated.

Watch Couple Of Days on Netflix.

8. Ijakumo: The Born Again Stripper (2022)

Running time: 2h

Director: Adebayo Tijani

Genre: Drama

Ashabi (Toyin Abraham), daughter of a powerful church founder, is cast out after a scandal. Years later, she re-emerges as a stripper, determined to take revenge on her father’s prized protégé — Pastor (Kunle Remi), a flamboyant womaniser whose holy image masks deep corruption.

As Ashabi tempts and provokes, every scene simmers with tension, blurring the lines between sin, desire, and salvation.

Watch Ijakumo: The Born Again Stripper on Netflix.

7. 2 Weeks In Lagos (2019)

Running time: 1h 57m

Director: Kathryn Fasegha

Genre: Romcom

Ejikeme (Mawuli Gavor), a young investment banker recently returned from abroad, is quickly caught up in Lagos’s heat and temptations. When he meets Lola (Beverly Naya), his business partner’s sister, sparks fly instantly.

Over just two weeks, their chemistry grows into a romance that must withstand family pressures — but their bond proves stronger than the obstacles around them.

Watch 2 Weeks In Lagos on Netflix.

6. A Lagos Love Story (2024)

Running time: 1h 44m

Director: Chinazam Onuzo

Genre: Romcom

Promise (Jemima Osunde), an ambitious event planner, is torn between supporting her family and surviving the demands of Lagos high society. When she crosses paths with a rising Afrobeats star (Mike Folarin), sparks fly instantly.

Their chemistry is undeniable, and the film unfolds as a sweet, lighthearted fantasy where romance, tenderness, and temptation blend seamlessly.

Watch A Lagos Love Story on Netflix.

5. Flower Girl (2013)

Running time: 1h 46m

Director: Michelle Bello

Genre: Romcom

Kemi (Damilola Adegbite), a sweet but slightly awkward florist, dreams of marrying her long-time boyfriend, Umar (Chris Attoh). But when Umar suddenly dumps her, Kemi hatches a daring plan with Nollywood star Tunde (Blossom Chukwujekwu) to win him back.

What starts as a fake romance soon blossoms into real sparks, with stolen kisses, sharp banter, and undeniable chemistry. A charming love story with just the right mix of sweetness and seductive edge.

Flower Girl is steaming on Netflix, but unavailable in Nigeria.

4. Isoken (2017)

Running time: 1h 40m

Director: Jadesola Osiberu

Genre: Romcom

At 34, Isoken (Dakore Egbuson-Akande) is successful, beautiful, and thriving — but to her family, she’s still “incomplete” without a husband.

Under pressure, she finds herself torn between two men: Osaze (Joseph Benjamin), the traditional Edo bachelor her family approves of, and Kevin (Marc Rhys), a white photographer whose easy charm sparks something deeper in her.

The romance unfolds as a slow burn, where the sexiness lies not in grand gestures but in hesitant touches, stolen glances, and the tension of cultural expectations clashing with personal desire.

Isoken is streaming on Netflix, but unavailable in Nigeria.

3. Glamour Girls (2022)

Running time: 2h 5m

Director: Bunmi Akakaiye

Genre: Drama, Thriller

Emma (Sharon Ooja), a former stripper, is lured into the glittering world of high-class escorts by Donna (Nse Ikpe-Etim), a sharp fixer who knows how to turn beauty into power. Between champagne flutes, silk sheets, and smoky nightclubs, wealthy men trade influence for intimacy, while the women learn how to bend desire into currency.

Beyond the sultry wardrobes and seductions, the film digs into power dynamics — showing that attraction can be leverage, and temptation can be a means of survival.

Watch Glamour Girls on Netflix.

2. Fifty (2015)

Running time: 1h 41m

Director: Biyi Bandele

Genre: Romance

This movie dives into the lives and secret desires of four middle-aged women in Lagos.

Tola (Dakore Egbuson-Akande) is a reality TV star hiding marital scars; Elizabeth (Ireti Doyle) is a powerful obstetrician juggling affairs with younger men; Maria (Omoni Oboli) is in a secret relationship that threatens to upend her life; and Kate (Nse Ikpe-Etim) is battling cancer.

Fifty proves that sexuality doesn’t end for women of a certain age.

Fifty is streaming on Netflix, but unavailable in Nigeria.

1. A Sunday Affair (2022)

Running time: 1h 36m

Director: Walter Banger

Genre: Romcom

Uche (Nse Ikpe-Etim) and Toyin (Dakore Egbuson-Akande) are lifelong best friends whose bond is pushed to the edge when they both fall for the same man, Sunday (Oris Erhuero).

What follows is a tangled web of longing, betrayal, and passion that feels impossible to contain. Messy as it gets, the film shines in its raw, vulnerable exploration of desire.

Watch A Sunday Affair on Netflix.

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Are you looking for something binge-worthy that isn’t just background noise? Whether you’re in the mood for dramatic love stories, laugh-out-loud chaos, deeply emotional drama, or just top-tier Nigerian storytelling, Nollywood movies on Netflix are serving.

From buzzy past releases to underrated gems that deserve more hype, August 2025 has something for every kind of viewer. These are the 10 best Nollywood movies to watch on Netflix in August.

10. Payday (2018)

Running time: 1h 50m

Director: Cheat Chukwu

Genre: Comedy

This comedy movie tells the story of two broke, aimless flatmates, Paul (Baaj Adebule) and Ortega (Ebiye Victor), who think they’ve just hit a lucky break. When their grumpy landlord dies unexpectedly, they assume they don’t have to pay rent and decide to splurge the money on a wild night out. But their joy is short-lived: the landlord’s daughter shows up the next morning, demanding the rent or eviction within 24 hours.

What follows is a hilariously misguided scramble to come up with the cash. See this if you’re looking for a funny adventure about friendship, poor decisions, and survival under pressure.

Watch Payday on Netflix.

9. Sisi London (2019)

Running time: 1h 22m

Director: Omoni Oboli

Genre: Comedy

This laugh-out-loud Nollywood drama throws viewers into the middle of a messy war between Philo (Chioma Akpotha), a sharp-tongued, no-nonsense wife, and Cecilia (Omoni Oboli), a flashy returnee from “London” whose fake accent is only the beginning of her drama. When Cecilia decides she wants Philo’s wealthy husband for herself, all hell breaks loose.

If you’re into loud fashion, louder personalities, and the kind of drama that keeps you shouting at the screen, this Nollywood movie should be on your radar.

Watch Sisi London on Netflix.

8. Before Valentine’s (2022)

Running time: 1h 51m

Director: Michelle Bello

Genre: Romance

Set almost entirely in a women’s hair salon, the film revolves around four hairstylists (Uche Montana, Meg Otanwa, Bolaji Ogunmola and Ben Lugo Touitou), each dealing with romantic drama as Valentine’s Day looms. Each stylist is caught in a personal crisis: an effeminate partner, big secrets and the pressure to make love work.

The salon becomes more than a workplace. It becomes the space where lies unravel and hard decisions are made, all under the hums of blow dryers.

If you’re looking for a Nollywood movie that features everyday Lagos women navigating messy love lives, friendship and survival, here it is.

Watch Before Valentine’s on Netflix.

7. Déjà Vu (2022)

Running time: 1h 27m

Director: Elijah Tolulope Rotimi

Genre: Drama

Déjà Vu is a fast-paced Nollywood family drama where secrets, suspicions and spiritual oaths collide. The film follows Johnson (Lateef Adedimeji), a devoted husband and father whose world shatters after a routine DNA test reveals that neither of his children are biologically his.

His wife (Adebimpe Oyebade Adedimeji) insists she’s never cheated, forcing the family into a tense search for the truth involving tradition, trust and loud, heated arguments.

Watch this if you’re looking for an entertaining, tension-filled family drama.

Watch Déjà Vu on Netflix.

6. Finding Hubby (2022)

Running time: 1h 44m

Director: Femi D. Ogunsanwo

Genre: Romcom

Oyin Clegg (Ade Laoye) is a professional woman whose hopes for a picture-perfect marriage implode after discovering her fiancé hides a shocking secret. As she grapples with betrayal, heartbreak, and public humiliation, she leans on her ride-or-die friends: Gloria (Munachi Abii) and Toke (Kehinde Bankole) to push through.

If you’re in the mood for a Nollywood drama that combines heartbreak, revenge and redemption with a dose of “she proved them wrong”, this one delivers.

Watch Finding Hubby on Netflix.

5. Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards (2020)

Running time: 2h

Director: Kayode Kasum

Genre: Romcom

The life of 28-year-old Kambili Maduka (Nancy Isime), a chaotic, impulsive woman, unravels just as she’s desperate to marry before turning 30. Dumped by her boyfriend (Mawuli Gavor) for not being “wife material” and suspended from her job for poor performance, Kambili is forced to confront her habits, priorities, and what she wants out of life.

With support from her ride-or-die friends, she embarks on a self-discovery journey that leads her from heartbreak to independence, with plenty of laughs. If you’re into stories about romance, self-discovery with a healthy side of friendship and Lagos girl drama, Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards delivers in full.

Watch Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards on Netflix.

4. All Na Vibes (2021)

Running time: 1h 20m

Director: Taiwo Egunjobi

Genre: Drama, Thriller

Set in Ibadan, this film follows three youths: Abiola (Tega Ethan), a wannabe musician with a heart full of ambition, Lamidi (Molawa Davis), a troublemaker and party animal, and Sade (Tolu Osaile), a quiet rich girl with a secret and a politician dad who’s always watching.

They’re caught in the chokehold of boredom and broken systems. When school strikes keep them out of the classroom, they throw a house party to shake off the frustration, and everything spirals from there. What starts as “vibes and inshallah” quickly becomes a haunting crash course in politics, power, and consequences.

Watch All Na Vibes on Netflix.

3. Light In the Dark (2019)

Running time: 1h 45m

Director: Ekene Mekwunye

Genre: Psychological Drama

Jumoke (Rita Dominic) and Emeka (Kalu Ikeagwu) are deeply in love, despite the usual pressures of an inter-tribal relationship—family disapproval, cultural tension and unspoken expectations. But just as they begin to settle into their new life together, a brutal home invasion rips their world apart. What follows is not just physical recovery, but an emotional reckoning that tests the very foundation of their relationship.

This gripping drama doesn’t shy away from the heavy stuff. It explores how trauma lingers, how silence can be loud in a marriage, and how healing isn’t always linear. A must-watch for anyone who values storytelling that blends love, pain and the will to survive.

Watch Light In the Dark on Netflix.

2. Nneka the Pretty Serpent (2020)

Running time: 2h 20m

Director: Tosin Igho

Genre: Horror, Mystery

Nneka the Pretty Serpent is a supernatural Nollywood thriller that tells the story of a young woman whose life is shattered when she witnesses her parents’ murder as a child. Years later, Nneka (Idia Aisien) begins to experience visions and strange powers that reveal she’s been chosen by a vengeful marine spirit. That spirit offers her a deal: supernatural powers in exchange for tracking down and destroying the secret society of powerful elites responsible for her family’s death.

With her new abilities, Nneka transforms into a mystical femme fatale. But as she climbs deeper into the world of the occult and elite corruption, she begins to struggle with her own identity. If you’re into high-stakes revenge, spiritual warfare, and femme-led power movies, watch this.

Watch Nneka the Pretty Serpent on Netflix.

1. One Too Many (2022)

Running time: 1h 31m

Director: Kayode Kasum

Genre: Drama

This film follows the story of Otas (Chimezie Imo), a bright young man on his way to NYSC camp with friends, when a tragic accident leaves one of them dead, and Otas is wrongfully accused of murder. A piece of evidence left behind, a phone with a damning video clip, becomes the shaky basis of the case against him.

As he’s thrown into prison and his name smeared, his mother, Adesuwa (Dakore Egbuson-Akande), is forced to confront not just the legal nightmare but a deeply personal trauma of her own involvement in police brutality years ago. Watch this if you’re looking for a tense, emotional courtroom drama that explores Nigeria’s justice system.

Watch One Too Many on Netflix.

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.

Watch In Line on Netflix.

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.

Watch Jolly Roger on Netflix.

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.

Watch Man of God on Netflix.

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.

Watch New Money on Netflix.

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.

Watch Strangers on Netflix.

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.

Watch Yahoo+ on Netflix.

ALSO READ: The 10 Best Nollywood Movies to Watch on Netflix (June 2025)

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If your Netflix homepage keeps asking “Watch this again?” and you’re craving something fresh, with just the right blend of drama, chaos, romance, and that signature Nigerian spice, you’re in luck.

From laugh-out-loud romantic comedies to gripping thrillers and emotional family sagas, this list is your one-way ticket into Nollywood’s finest streaming right now.

Whether you’re a diehard fan of Nollywood or just getting into it, these are the 10 best Nollywood movies to watch on Netflix this June.

A Simple Lie (2022)

Running time: 1h 38m

Director: Biodun Stephen

Genre: Rom-com

In A Simple Lie, Bisola Aiyeola plays Boma, a woman who just wants one thing: love that actually makes sense. When she unexpectedly runs into her ex, it feels like fate is handing her a second chance. But in a bid to seem more put together, she tells a small lie. And like all good lies, it snowballs.

If you’re a fan of chaotic love stories with a dose of humour, this one’s for you.

Watch A Simple Lie on Netflix.

Black Rose (2018)

Running time: 2h

Director: Okechukwu Oku

Genre: Drama/Thriller

After her father’s death, Rose (Lilian Echelon) steps up to help her mother run their modest food business. Life is hard, but they’re making it work. Then a wealthy, mysterious man appears, offering Rose what looks like a way out of poverty.

As she’s drawn deeper into his world, the promise of a better life begins to feel like a dangerous trap. Black Rose explores themes of love, survival, sacrifice, and the impossible choices women are often forced to make.

If you’re in the mood for an emotional rollercoaster, this one’s worth the ride.

Watch Black Rose on Netflix.

Coming From Insanity (2019)

Running time: 1h 40m

Director: Akinyemi Sebastian Akinropo

Genre: Crime/Thriller

At just 12 years old, Kossi (Gabriel Afolayan) is trafficked from Togo to Lagos to work as a house help for the Martins family (Wale Ojo and Dakore Egbuson-Akande). Over the years, he forms a genuine bond with them, but deep down, he craves financial freedom and control over his own life.

That hunger for independence leads him into the murky world of Lagos’ criminal underground, risking the only stability he’s ever known.

Coming From Insanity is a gripping, socially conscious thriller that explores survival, identity, and the price of ambition.

Watch Coming From Insanity on Netflix.

Dinner At My Place (2022)

Running time: 1h 43m

Director: Kevin Luther Apaa

Genre: Rom-com

Nonso (Timini Egbuson) has planned the perfect romantic dinner to propose to his girlfriend, Chioma (Sophie Alakija), using a priceless heirloom ring from his late mother. To add some flair, he hides the ring in a bowl of egusi soup.

But just as he’s about to pop the question, his dramatic ex, Bisi (Bisola Aiyeola), crashes the dinner—and accidentally swallows the ring. What follows is a chaotic, hilarious attempt to recover the ring without blowing the night.

If you’re into laugh-out-loud rom-coms with a side of drama, Dinner At My Place is a must-watch.

Watch Dinner At My Place on Netflix.

Glamour Girls (2022)

Running time: 2h 5m

Director: Bunmi Ajakaiye

Genre: Drama/Thriller

A reimagining of the 1994 cult classic, Glamour Girls takes you deep into Lagos’ shadowy world of wealth, sex, and survival. At its heart is Emma (Sharon Ooja-Nwoke), a young stripper who loses her job and is thrust into a high-stakes life of elite escorts, risky hustles, and powerful men who treat people like possessions.

It’s messy, chaotic, and dripping with drama—the kind of bad decisions that make for good cinema.

Watch Glamour Girls on Netflix.

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These days, Nollywood action films are entering their cinematic universe era, packed with explosions, high-stakes stunts, gripping revenge plots, and enough tension to make your head pound. And where better to stream them all in one place than on Netflix?

Whether you prefer your protagonist brooding and bloodied like in The Black Book, love epic battles and ancestral legacies like in Jagun Jagun, or want your justice served slow and politically charged like in 4th Republic, this list rounds up the ten best Nollywood action movies for every adrenaline junkie.

10. Hijack ‘93 (2024)

Running time: 1h 26m
Director: Robert O. Peters
Genre: Action

Hijack ‘93 dramatises one of Nigeria’s most audacious real-life events. Set amid the political fallout of the annulled June 12 election, it follows four fearless teenagers who seize a Nigerian Airways flight from Lagos to Abuja, demanding the reinstatement of MKO Abiola. Fueled by patriotism and youthful audacity, their story proves that sometimes the boldest acts come from believing you can change the world.

If you love true-life thrillers and Nigerian history on screen, this one’s a must-watch.

Watch Hijack ‘93 on Netflix.

9. Merry Men 3: Nemesis (2023)

Running time: 2h 11m
Director: Moses Inwang
Genre: Action/Comedy

In the third instalment of the Merry Men franchise, the usual mischief and elite party boy energy take a dark turn. Falz, AY Makun, Jim Iyke, and Williams Uchemba return as Nigeria’s smoothest vigilante crew — but this time, it’s personal. When one of their own is assassinated, the mission becomes less about luxury heists and more about settling scores.

Merry Men 3: Nemesis raises the bar for the franchise, delivering tighter action sequences, improved fight choreography, and a plot that dials up the emotion without losing the signature style. It’s more than just agbada and Instagram-worthy shots — this time, there’s real heat.

It deserves a spot on this list because it blends entertainment with actual stakes, proving that Nollywood action can look good and hit hard.

Watch Merry Men 3: Nemesis on Netflix.

8. Sugar Rush (2019)

Running time: 1h 59m
Director: Kayode Kasum
Genre: Action/Comedy

When three sisters — played by Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Bimbo Ademoye, and Bisola Aiyeola — stumble on $800,000 at a crime scene, their first instinct is to take the money and run. What follows is pure chaos: secret agents, crime lords, and supernatural twists all hunting down the infamous Sugar Sisters as they try to hold on to the cash and stay alive.

Sugar Rush earns its place on this list because it’s fast-paced, hilarious, and stylish, with the kind of fun you rarely see in Nigerian action films. It’s female-led, full of wild plot turns, and never takes itself too seriously, making it the perfect watch for anyone who loves their action served with laughs and drama.

Watch Sugar Rush on Netflix.

7. 4th Republic (2019)

Running time: 1h 59m
Director: Ishaya Bako
Genre: Action/Political Thriller

What do you get when you mix Nigerian politics, murder, betrayal, and one woman’s refusal to be silenced? 4th Republic — a sharp, suspenseful political thriller that hits uncomfortably close to home.

Kate Henshaw stars as Mabel King, a gubernatorial candidate whose campaign is thrown into chaos after a rigged election and the brutal killing of her trusted aide. Instead of walking away, she teams up with a young investigator (Eyinna Nwigwe) to uncover the truth. But the deeper they dig, the more powerful and dangerous the enemies become.

4th Republic earns its place on this list for turning the Nigerian political system into a minefield of suspense. It’s action-packed, emotionally gripping, and one of the few Nollywood films to put a strong woman at the centre of a political war. It’s not just a movie — it’s a reminder of how high the stakes are when justice is on the ballot.

Watch 4th Republic on Netflix.

6. Amina (2021)

Running time: 1h 45m
Director: Izu Ojukwu
Genre: Action/Epic

Before Jagun Jagun and Lisabi, there was Amina — a true pioneer of Nollywood’s historical epics. Set in the 16th-century city-state of Zazzau (now Zaria), the film tells the legendary story of Queen Amina, a fearless Hausa warrior who defied tradition, led armies, and carved her name into history with a sword.

Amina wasn’t just a princess — she was the throne. And this film brings her legend to life with sweeping battle scenes, sharp political intrigue, and strong cultural detail.

Amina earns its place on this list for showing that action doesn’t always need guns and car chases — sometimes, it’s a woman on horseback with a blade and a kingdom to defend. A must-watch for lovers of strategy, strength, and stories rooted in African heritage.

Watch Amina on Netflix.

5. Lisabi: The Uprising (2024)

Running time: 1h 47m
Director: Niyi Akinmolayan
Genre: Action/Epic

If you loved Jagun Jagun, you’ll want to add Lisabi: The Uprising to your list. This epic retells the legendary 18th-century Egba rebellion against the Oyo Empire, led by the fearless Lisabi Agbongbo-Akala, played by Lateef Adedimeji.

Lisabi starts as a humble farmer, but after witnessing the ruthless oppression of his people by Oyo’s tax collectors, he quietly organises a rebellion disguised as communal farming. What begins in secrecy explodes into a full-scale uprising that secures Egba independence.

This film earns its place on the list not just for its action-packed fight scenes, but for its rich historical storytelling and tribute to Yoruba resistance. Lisabi is proof that Nollywood epics are getting bolder, smarter, and prouder — and we’re here for it.

Watch Lisabi: The Uprising on Netflix.

4. Tokunbo (2024)

Running time: 1h 52m
Director: Ramsey Nouah
Genre: Action

If you’ve been craving a gritty, no-nonsense Nollywood crime thriller with real tension and stakes, Tokunbo is exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Gideon Okeke gives one of his rawest performances yet as a reformed car smuggler dragged back into the criminal world he thought he’d left behind. But this time, it’s not about fast cars or glory — it’s about survival. With his family in danger and nowhere else to turn, Tokunbo takes on one final job, knowing it could be his last.

This film earns its spot on the list for delivering true street-level storytelling with style and substance. It’s dark, intense, and filled with characters who don’t fit neatly into good or bad. If you like your action dirty, desperate, and deeply personal, this is a must-watch.

Watch Tokunbo on Netflix.

3. King of Boys (2018)

Running time: 2h 49m
Director: Kemi Adetiba
Genre: Action/Thriller

King of Boys is more than a movie — it’s a political crime thriller, a cultural reset, and a loud warning to anyone who dares to underestimate a woman with nothing to lose. Sola Sobowale commands the screen as Eniola Salami, a powerful businesswoman with political ambition and ties to Lagos’s criminal underworld.

She wants a seat at the highest table in Nigerian politics, but the system isn’t ready for a woman who plays harder and dirtier than the men. As betrayals pile up and bodies fall, Eniola must decide how far she’s willing to go for power.

This film makes the list because it’s a masterclass in character-driven storytelling, with unforgettable dialogue, heavy suspense, and raw emotion. It’s about power — how to get it, how to keep it, and how it costs more than you ever expect. If you want brains, blood, and betrayal in one package, King of Boys delivers.

Watch King Of Boys on Netflix.

2. The Black Book (2023)

Running time: 2h 4m
Director: Editi Effiong
Genre: Action/Thriller

What happens when a quiet man of God is forced to dust off a bloody past? You get The Black Book — Nollywood’s answer to John Wick, but make it Nigerian, gritty, and painfully personal.

Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) stars as Paul Edima, a retired hitman turned pastor whose life shatters when corrupt police officers frame and kill his only son. With nothing left to lose, he trades the pulpit for a pistol and goes after everyone responsible — no prayers, just payback.

This is the first Nigerian Netflix original to go truly global, racking up over 70 million views and putting Nollywood action on the international map. The Black Book makes this list for its slick production, strong emotional core, and the rare balance it strikes between heart and heat. If you’re into vengeance arcs, brutal justice, and beautifully shot chaos, this is it.

Watch The Black Book on Netflix.

1. Jagun Jagun (2024)

Running time: 2h 13m
Directors: Tope Adebayo & Adebayo Tijani
Genre: Action/Epic

Jagun Jagun isn’t just a movie — it’s a full-blown cinematic war cry. This Yoruba-language epic follows Gbotija (Lateef Adedimeji), a young warrior with big dreams of glory, as he enters a brutal training camp ruled by the fearsome warlord Ogunjimi (Femi Adebayo). But this isn’t just about swords and scars — it’s about destiny, betrayal, tradition, and blood-soaked ambition.

The film blends action with Yoruba spirituality, magic, and politics, creating a world that feels ancient, intense, and mythic. The fight choreography is sharp, the performances are powerful, and the storytelling is packed with tension and heart.

Jagun Jagun takes the top spot because it pushes the boundaries of what an African epic can look like — visually stunning, culturally rich, and emotionally heavy. It’s a must-watch, and arguably Nollywood’s most ambitious action film to date.

Watch Jagun Jagun on Netflix.

ALSO READ: All the Nollywood TV Series Streaming on Netflix, Ranked

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Netflix has become the go-to place for a lot of Nigerians looking to binge-watch Nollywood content. While there are a lot more Nollywood movies than TV shows on the streaming platform, there are still a few good options for Nollywood TV lovers to get lost in. So, we decided to rank all of them.

From drama-filled plotlines to striking characters, here’s our ranking of all the Nollywood TV series currently streaming on Netflix.

13. Postcards (2023)

Season: 1

Episodes: 6

Director: Hamisha Daryani Ahuja

Genre: Drama

Postcards is giving Nollywood spice meets minimal Bollywood glam. At the heart of this drama is a fierce Nigerian mum (Sola Sobowale) trying to sort her health and peace of mind, but India has other plans: unresolved feelings, cultural curveballs, and a long-lost family she didn’t see coming.

This series is about love, tear-jerking reconnection, and realising that, sometimes, the healing you’re looking for isn’t just in a hospital, but in the people you’ve pushed away or forgotten to hold on to. Even though it’s entertaining, the ending hits a flat note.

Watch Postcards on Netflix.

12. Shanty Town (2023)

Season: 1

Episodes: 6

Director: Dimeji Ajibola

Genre: Crime

Welcome to Shanty Town. And no, this isn’t your regular ‘area boy’ drama — it’s darker, deeper, and deadlier. On the surface, it’s just another slum, but underneath? It’s a whole underground empire built on fear, blood money, and exploitation.

When a group of sex workers decide they’re done being used and abused, things spiral quickly. It stars veteran and new actors alike, including Ini Edo, Chidi Mokeme, Nancy Isime, and Mercy Eke.

Nollywood tries to show that it’s capable of intense and grimy stories, but this would have worked better as a film.

Watch Shanty Town on Netflix.

11. Ololade (2023)

Season: 1

Episodes: 6

Director: Adeniyi Joseph Omobulejo

Genre: Comedy

Shina (Frank Donga), a school teacher, and Lateef (Femi Adebayo), a mechanic, run into quick money. They throw the cash into a booming betting business, and for a hot minute, it looks like they’ve made it.

But as their business skyrockets, so do their problems. Soon, they’re entangled in a deadly money laundering scheme.

This show’s narrative suffers, and the featured big names couldn’t save it.

Watch Ololade on Netflix.

10. Far From Home (2022)

Season: 1

Episodes: 5

Directors: Catherine Stewart, Kayode Kasum and Kenneth Gyang

Genre: Drama

Imagine you’re a talented teen artist (Mike Folarin) from the trenches who suddenly lands a scholarship to the most elite school in Lagos — with rich kids, trust funds, and breakfast served by actual chefs. That’s Ishaya Bello’s story in Far From Home.

This show follows Ishaya as he enters the world of Nigeria’s 1% with nothing but talent, ambition, and a few bad decisions. But between blackmail, secret identities, fake friends, and some very suspicious adults, Ishaya quickly learns that money doesn’t solve everything; sometimes, it just buys better lies.

Far From Home isn’t the spirited show it aspires to be, but it’s an enjoyable watch.

Watch Far From Home on Netflix.

9. Òlòtūré: The Journey (2024)

Season: 1

Episodes: 3

Director: Kenneth Gyang

Genre: Crime/Drama

A young journalist (Sharon Ooja-Nwoke) is determined to expose corruption and goes undercover as a sex worker in Nigeria. That mission spirals into a deadly journey across the Sahara, through Libya, and into Europe. Her quest for justice becomes a fight for survival.

Òlòtūré: The Journey picks up right where the 2019 film left off, turning it into a full-blown Nigerian limited series that’s darker and more intense. In my opinion, it could have been more, but the ending doesn’t match up to its start.

Watch Òlòtūré: The Journey on Netflix.

8. Dere (2016)

Season: 1

Episodes: 6

Director: Dickson Dzakpasu

Genre: Drama

Dera (Weruche Opia) faces the fight of her life after a devastating loss of her mother (Carol King). As she grapples with grief, she must navigate a new family power struggle that threatens not just her father’s legacy but everything she holds dear. Will she give in to the pressure, or will she fight for her future?

Watch Dere on Netflix.

7. The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi (2023)

Season: 1

Episodes: 2

Director: Jay Franklyn Jituboh

Genre: Horror

In 1991, Amanda (Martha Ehinomei), a new student at a remote boarding school, begins experiencing disturbing dreams tied to the legendary Madam Koi-Koi. As Amanda digs deeper, she uncovers a dark past that’s determined to haunt the present. With two relentless inspectors (Deyemi Okanlawon and Baaj Adebule) by her side, she’ll have to face the supernatural forces before they claim more lives.

This show is too short, but if you’re into Nigerian folklore, spine-chilling thrills, and a little bit of terror, watch The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi.

Watch The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi on Netflix.

6. King of Boys: The Return of the King (2021)

Season: 1

Episodes: 3

Director: Kenneth Gyang

Genre: Crime/Drama

In this sequel to the 2020 hit movie, King of Boys, old alliances are falling apart faster, and Eniola Salami (Sola Sobowale) is at the centre of it all. In a world where loyalty is rare and betrayal is the real currency, she’s not just surviving — she’s coming for that top spot again. No holds barred. No one’s safe.

Five years in exile didn’t break Eniola; it transformed her. Now, she’s back in Lagos, and the throne she once held is in play. But this time, it’s not just about ruling the streets, it’s about dominating politics. The governor’s seat is within her reach, and she’s ready to shake things up in her way.

This is no doubt one of Nollywood’s best sequels.

Watch King of Boys: The Return of the King on Netflix.

5. Castle & Castle (2018)

Season: 2

Episodes: 19

Directors: Niyi Akinmolayan, Tope Oshin and Kenneth Gyang

Genre: Legal Drama

Castle & Castle is a high-stakes Nigerian legal series that follows Remi and Tega Castle (Richard Mofe-Damijo and Dakore Akande-Eguson), a power couple navigating the balance between their personal lives and professional lawsuits.

Between betrayal, ambition, family beef, and legal ethics flying out the window, this show gives you Nollywood drama in a three-piece suit. Fun fact: Castle &Castle is Nollywood’s first legal drama.

It focuses very well on the individualities of the characters. It’s an impressive series.

Watch Castle & Castle on Netflix.

4. Becoming Abi (2022)

Season: 1

Episodes: 6

Directors: Bolu Essien and Terrel Ejem

Genre: Drama

Abi (Bolu Essien) is a young creative with big dreams and a bigger reality check. Landing a job at one of Lagos’ top advertising agencies, she quickly realises that climbing the corporate ladder isn’t just about talent — it’s about surviving office politics, navigating personal entanglements, and figuring out if she can actually lead without losing herself.

The series offers an authentic look at the challenges faced by millennials in the corporate scene. Are you a young 9-5er looking for a relatable show to watch, this is the one.

Watch Becoming Abi on Netflix.

3. Blood Sisters (2022)

Season: 1

Episodes: 4

Director: Biyi Bandele and Kenneth Gyang

Genre: Crime/Thriller

Blood Sisters is the Nigerian crime-thriller that flipped the bridal script, giving us full-blown chaos. What starts as a high-society wedding turns into a murder scene, and now Sarah (Ini Dima Okojie) and Kemi (Nancy Isime) are on the run. Not from heartbreak, but from the entire Lagos police force and a more affluent and messier family than you can imagine.

With domestic abuse, power plays, dark secrets, and enough designer fits to fill your Pinterest board, this show is pure chaos and class warfare.

It may be criticised for its inconsistent pacing, but it’s one of Nollywood’s best TV shows.

Watch Blood Sisters on Netflix.

2. The Governor (2016)

Season: 1

Episodes: 13

Director: Ema Edosio

Genre: Political Thriller

Angela Ochello (Caroline Chikezie) never asked to be governor. But when tragedy strikes, this deputy governor is thrust into the hot seat of Savannah State. With no political ambitions, Angela must navigate a web of betrayal, corruption, and family drama to lead her state. Can she balance the demands of politics with the expectations of her home life? And will she survive the sharks circling around her?

Are you looking for a front-row seat to the power plays and women’s involvement in politics? Watch this thrilling show.

Watch The Governor on Netflix.

1. War: Wrath and Revenge (2023)

Season: 1

Episodes: 6

Director: Dimbo Atiya

Genre: Political Thriller

Nuhu Bula (Mofe Duncan) thought he was on the fast track to becoming the next governor of Kowa. But when his wife, Binta (Rahama Sadau), discovers his plans to take a second wife, all hell breaks loose. What follows is a whirlwind of manipulation, betrayal, and a quest for power that knows no bounds.

It offers a raw and unfiltered look into the complexities of Nigerian politics, showcasing the intricate web of alliances and betrayals that define the political landscape.

Its dialogues are simple yet gripping, and it excellently displays power through its characters.

Watch War: Wrath and Revenge on Netflix.

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If you’re looking to add some Nollywood films to your Netflix watchlist this March, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re craving drama, romance or comedy, there are many movies on the streamer that deliver top-tier storytelling, stellar performances, and all the feels you could ask for.

Here are the best Nollywood movies currently streaming on Netflix that you should watch in March.

76 (2016)

Runtime: 1h 58m

Director: Izu Ojukwu

Genre: Romance/Drama

The captain of the military (Ramsey Nouah) and his pregnant wife (Rita Dominic) refuse an offer from a friend (Chidi Mokeme) to join a coup to assassinate the Head of State, Murtala Muhammed. However, he is arrested for treason due to his affiliation with the coup plotters.

In this historical drama, Nouah navigates this tough situation as his wife carries their baby to term.

Watch 76 on Netflix.

Ada Omo Daddy (2023)

Runtime: 2h 3m

Directors: Adebayo Tijani and Akay Mason

Genre: Comedy/Drama

Ada Omo Daddy follows Pero (Omowunmi Dada), who’s set to marry Victor (Tayo Faniran). However, conflict sets in when her biological father (Charles Okafor), a deadbeat, suddenly shows up and objects to the marriage.

He begins to fight for a place in her life, leading to tensions with her stepfather. This film borrows from Nigerian weddings and Owambe culture to tell a funny family drama.

Watch Ada Omo Daddy on Netflix.

Citation (2020)

Runtime: 2h 31m

Director: Kunle Afolayan

Genre: Thriller/Drama

A young and brilliant master’s student, Moremi (Remi Otedola) defends herself against a visiting lecturer (Jimmy Jean-Louis) after he makes sexual advances at her and eventually attempts to assault her. This film depicts the student-lecturer power dynamics and discusses the abuses and stigma many students experience in Nigerian universities.

Watch Citation of Netflix.

Dazzling Mirage (2014)

Runtime: 1h 30m

Director: Tunde Kelani

Genre: Romance/Drama

Funmi (Kemi Lala Akindoju) is a young Nigerian woman with sickle cell anaemia who chooses to rise above it. She chases her dreams and fights for the life she wants, going on to build a thriving career, find love, and ultimately motherhood. This film adaptation of Olayinka Abimbola Eghokhare’s book of the same title also features Kunle Afolayan, Khabirat Kafidipe, Bob Manuel, and Taiwo Ajai-Lycett.

Watch Dazzling Mirage on Netflix.

Glamour Girls (2022)

Runtime: 2h 5m

Director: Bunmi Ajakaiye

Genre: Thriller/Drama

This remake of the 1994 Nollywood classic Glamour Girls stars Joselyn Dumas, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Toke Makinwa. In it, a stripper (Sharon Ooja-Nwoke) loses her job and strives for survival.

Although this new Glamour Girls has been criticised for its cliché and slow start, it strongly explores the underground world of crime and prostitution.

Watch Glamour Girls on Netflix.

Jagun Jagun (2023)

Runtime: 2h 31m

Directors: Tope Adeayo and Adebayo Tijani

Genre: Action/Drama

This is an epic film about a famous and ruthless warlord, Ogunjimi (Femi Adebayo) and how he clashed with Gbotija (Lateef Adedimeji). Gbotija is a young soldier and warrior of Ogunjimi, but they become enemies after the former begins to gain popularity within the military.

Other cast members include Fathia Balogun, Mr. Macaroni and Odunlade Adekola.

Watch Jagun Jagun on Netflix.

Lagos Real Fake Life (2018)

Runtime: 1h 58m

Director: Mike Ezuruonye

Genre: Comedy

This Mike-Ezuruonye-directed and self-produced film tells the tale of Chidi (Mike Ezuruonye) and Emeka (Nonso Diobi), who live fake lives in Lagos by leeching off the wealth and kindness of women.

Lagos Real Fake Like is inspired by the true stories of people “Keeping up with the Joneses” in Lagos.

Watch Lagos Real Fake Life on Netflix.

Sanitation Day (2020)

Runtime: 1h 50m

Director: Seyi Babatope

Genre: Crime-Thriller/Mystery

Two police investigators (Blossom Chukwujekwu and Elozonam Ogbolu) attempt to solve a murder in a face-me-I-face-you apartment. But, they first need to find a way to make the tenants cooperate with them. Over time, what starts out as a murder investigation becomes a heist.

Watch Sanitation Day on Netflix.

Something like Gold (2023)

Runtime: 1h 46m

Director: Kayode Kasum

Genre: Romance/Drama

The wedding plans of Tamara (Sandra Okunzuwa), a spoiled and rude daughter of a wealthy Lagos socialite (Patrick Doyle), halt after her father’s embezzlement and corruption are exposed.

During this adversity, Tamara’s friends and family desert her, leaving her to adjust to her new life in isolation.

Watch Something Like Gold on Netflix.

The Wildflower (2022)

Runtime: 1h 44m

Director: Biodun Stephen

Genre: Drama

Mama Adaolisa (Toyin Abraham) is a middle-aged woman who is subjected to domestic violence by her husband (Nosa Rex); her daughter, Adaolisa (Sandra Okunzuwa), manages to escape a rape attempt; and Rolake (Damilare Kuku) has a boss that tries to take advantage of her. This film explores sexual assault and domestic violence by drilling deep into the lives of the three women.

Watch The Wildflower on Netflix.

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4. The One For Sarah (2022)

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