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Are you looking for Nollywood’s high-octane thrills, spills, and explosive drama? In this article, we’re counting down the 15 best action Nollywood movies streaming right now on your favourite platforms.

From the mean streets of Lagos to the gritty underworld of organised crime, we have curated the most edge-of-your-seat Nigerian films that’ll keep you hooked.

Brotherhood (2022)

Two brothers (Falz and Tobi Bakre) who lost their parents growing up fall on the opposite side of the law. One becomes a street criminal, the other, a police officer. During a crackdown on his criminal brother’s gang, sole dark secrets about their past start to surface. Sam Dede, Ronke Oshodi Oke, and Basketmouth star in this, too. It’s showing on Prime Video.

Gangs of Lagos (2023)

Gangs of Lagos is a raw look at the underbelly of Lagos. This film explores the lives of two rival gangs as they fight for dominance in Lagos streets. Amidst the chaos, a hot battle of loyalty, power tussle and personal demons unfolds. Tobi Bakre, Chike Igwe, Adesua Etomi and Zlatan Ibile are action stars in this film. It’s also showing on Prime Video.

Sugar Rush (2019)

After three smart and savvy sisters discover $800,000 belonging to a notorious crime boss, they devise a plan to escape with the cash. Soon the crime boss and the financial crimes commissions chase after them. The cast includes Adesua Etomi, Bimbo Ademoye and Bisola Aiyeola. Streaming on Netflix.

The Black Book (2023)

A retired assassin and father (Richard Mofe-Damijo) goes on a revenge mission after a corrupt police unit unjustly frames his son (Olumide Oworu) as a kidnapper and murders him. The bereaved father makes sure to get his lick back. Streaming on Netflix.

Eje ati Wura (2011)

A group of friends goes on a mission to retrieve gold for a client. But one betrays the group and runs away with the loot. Everything descends into blood and ruins as they plan to take him out. Murphy Afolabi, Gentle Jack, Kelvin Ikeduba, and Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo) feature in this film. Streaming on Dailymotion.

Kesari: The King (2023)

An ancient God with superpowers reappears in modern Nigeria and transforms into a criminal who uses his loot to help the poor. It’s a Nigerian Robin Hood epic if you ask me. The cast includes Femi Adebayo, Fadeke Adesanya and Ibrahim Yekini. Streaming on Netflix.

Jagun Jagun (2023)

In this thrilling epic film, a young man (Lateef Adedimeji) joins an army, but things quickly go sideways as he falls in love with a lady (Bukunmi Oluwashina) and clashes with a sociopath warlord (Femi Adebayo). Streaming on Netflix.

House of Ga’a (2024)

The film follows the story of Bashorun Ga’a, who dethrones the kings he serves and will do anything to be the most powerful man. Only his own blood can neutralise or take him out. House of Ga’a features actors like Femi Branch, Funke Akindele, and Mike Folarin. Streaming on Netflix.

Tokunbo (2024)

A former car smuggler swings into action to kidnap and deliver a top government official’s daughter after his family gets threatened. Adunni Ade, Sunday Aaron and Gideon Okeke are cast members. Streaming on Netflix.

Ratnik (2020)

Bolanle Ninalowo, Osas Ighodaro and Meg Otanwa feature in this dystopian action film about a World War 3 soldier who returns home to find her sister consumed by a chemical substance. Another war breaks out as she tries to help her sister’s situation. Streaming on YouTube.

Rattlesnake (2020)

Rattlesnake is a crime thriller and a remake of Amaka Igwe’s 1995 film of the same title. It follows the story of a young man who plans and executes numerous high-risk heists but gains too many enemies in the process. The film stars Stan Nze, Chiwetalu Agu and Osas Ighodaro. Streaming on YouTube.

Badcop (2023)

This is the story of Inspector Tafari, a police officer who, because of loot and personal gains, aids criminals and their activities whenever they’re in his territory. Directed by Abbey Abimbola, the cast includes Allwell Ademola and Ademola Aderemi. It is streaming on YouTube.

Amina (2021)

This film is about Queen Amina, a fearsome female warrior from the 16th century. She uses her skills and strategies to defend her family’s Zazzau (now Zaria) empire. Lucy Ameh, Usman Tijani and Clarion Chukwura-Abiola star in this epic. It’s streaming on Netflix.

Eagle Wings (2021)

This action war film explores the experiences of a Nigerian air force fighter pilot in a battle with terrorists. Eagle Wings, starring Femi Jacobs, Francis Duru, and Sadiq Baba, has been lauded as Nigeria’s first military-based film.

Omo Ghetto [Part 1] (2020)

This is a story of two identical twins living separate lives. One is a responsible corporate girlie, while her twin sister controls the street as the leader of an all-female gang. After an unfortunate incident reveals the circumstances of their birth, they begin to understand the reason for the gangster’s dangerous behaviours. It stars Funke Akindele and Eniola Badmus. It’s streaming on YouTube.

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Last week, it was the best Nollywood film on YouTube that we recommended for your movie time. For this week, we’ve prepared a new carefully curated list of the best Nollywood webseries that are showing on YouTube.

Whether you’re a Nollywood OG or a newbie, this list is your ticket to unending entertainment (YouTube is such a cutie for being free).

The Smart Money Woman (2021)

This show explores the lives of five women and how they handle their friendships, finances, assets, love lives, and societal expectations and pressures. Osas Ighodaro, Timini Egbuson, Toni Tones, and Kemi Lala Akindoju are major actors in this drama series.

The Men’s Club (2018)

TMC follows the lives of four male friends as they navigate bromance, love, careers, business, and Lagos life. It’s currently in its fifth season. This web series stars Ayoola Ayolola, Efa Iwara, Daniel Etim Effiong and Baaj Adebule.

Skinny Girl in Transit (2015)

Ngozi Nwosu, Bisola Aiyeola, and Ayoola Ayolola feature in this romantic series, which tells the story of a plus-sized woman’s (Abimbola Craig) journey to self-love and happiness. The term “Oshisco” arguably originated from this show.

Dear Diane (2024)

A romantic series about two people who found love over the phone while they navigate their radio and painting careers. It’s produced by Diane Russet and the cast includes Beauty Tukura, Shamz Garuba, Kameel Audi and Detola Jones.

Money.Men.Marriage (2017)

This show introduces the lives of five ladies through the eyes of an aspiring writer and JJC in Lagos. Welcome to the drama and chaos of the city. This show casts Toni Tones, Ibrahim Suleiman and Sika Osei.

Inspector K (2017)

This is a crime comedy set in Lagos Island. It’s focused on a funny inspector and two unserious police officers looking for one crime or the other. Koye Kekere-Ekun, Demi Banwo, Joseph Momodu are cast members.

Just Us Girls (2023)

Four female friends deeply connect on love, family life, Christian faith, career, and personal growth. This web series explores their lives in the modern city of Lagos as they engage the challenges faced by the female gender. It stars actors like Temitope Aje, Sacha Baker, Chisom Okonkwo-Eje, Keziah Abiaka, Kunle Remi, and Kehinde Bankole.

Game On (2020 – 2022)

This NdaniTV show explores the complicated relationships of a married couple and two unmarried cohabitants. If you’re looking for a Nollywood show with dangerous mind games, you’ve got one. The show features Omowunmi Dada, Eso Dike and Tayo Arimoro.

Little Black Book (2021)

Are you looking for a series focused on office romance and CEO-staff relationships? Little Black Book tells the story of an executive assistant and her attractive boss. Ikechukwu Onunaku, and Teniola Aladese are top casts.

When Are We Getting Married (2023)

Chemistry is good for a relationship but it’s hardly enough to sustain a relationship. This is the case in this romance drama series about two young lovebirds who moved in together to make their relationship work despite holding different perspectives on life. Find Ric Hassani and Immaculate Oko-Kasum on this show.

BFW: Senior Year (2022)

BFW stands for Best Friends in the World. This series, set in a Nigerian high school, explores the themes of love, jealousy, trust, parenthood, and friendship. If coming-of-age shows appeal to you, check this out. It was directed by Jemima Damina and features Kalu Ikeagwu, Cynthia Uche, and Toyomfom Okpokang.

Papa Benji (2020)

From solving family issues to dealing with neighbourhood drama and attempting get-rich-quick schemes, Papa Benji won’t remove himself from absurd situations. This shows stars Bright “Basketmouth” Okpocha, Oghenero Regha and Ada Ameh.

The Olive (2021)

A widower is left with the sole responsibility of raising three kids after the sudden demise of his wife. Over time, he begins to discover his late wife’s double life and dark secrets. Ibrahim Suleiman, Stephenie Coker, Theresa Eden and Harriet Akinola star in this.

Rofia Tailor Loran (2021)

A village tailor (Bimbo Ademoye) with dreams and hopes of blowing up in the city connects with her longtime friend Lape (Bolaji Ogunmola) to build a fashion house. As hilarious as this series is, you can’t miss out on the entrepreneurial lessons.

Visa on Arrival (2022)

This series shows the usual frustrating happenings at the Nigerian immigration office. The story mirrors our society with the presence of four strict, narcissistic, corrupt, and extremely religious officers. It features Harriet Abiola, Barbara Aduga, Soledayo Adegbite, and Bovi.

Sibe (2023)

A hilarious young woman navigating ambitions and everyday life. Societal expectations, family and personal growth also play into the show’s themes. Bimbo Ademoye, Kiekie, Lateef Adedimeji, Uzor Arukwe feature in this.

Akanchawa Baddie (2024)

In this comedy series, a lady leaves Benin for Lagos to relentlessly chase fame and wealth she didn’t work for. Imagine having a goal to be a millionaire without a plan in mind. Lilian Afegbai, Bimbo Ademoye, Beverly Osu, Nosa Rexxie are cast members.

Rumour Has It (2016 – 2021)

A celebrity blogger known for running a rumour and internet gossip blog is kicked from her position by her assistant, who takes over the blog. Jemima Osunde, Olumide Oworu, and Ozzy Agu star in this series.

Man of Her Dreams (2019 – 2020)

A lady keeps dreaming of being in love with an unknown man. She makes it a mission to find who the mystery man is, but she doesn’t have to walk too far before she meets him. It features Sonia Irabor and Folu Stormz.

Grow Up or Nuts (2021 – 2021)

Sophie Alakija and Efe Irele star in this webseries about two ladies navigating adulthood. It’s a light-hearted series to watch after a long and serious day at work. It’s now in its second season.

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If you’re a fan of Nollywood, then Showmax is the best friend you didn’t know you had in your corner. This streaming platform has a massive library of Nigerian movies, from the classics to the underground favourites and mainstream hits. And we’re here to help you discover the best of the best with our list of the 20 best Nollywood movies on Showmax right now.

Ready to binge Nollywood on Showmax? We’ve got you covered.

The Ex-Convict (2023)

Chris, a former G-boy and ex-convict, must rebuild his life from the start after none of his family and friends welcome him after his release. This film features Uzor Arukwe, Maltida Obaseki, and Genny Uzoamaka.

Love Thy Neighbour (2020)

A devout Muslim couple known for loving their neighbours as themselves soon gets tempted when a new neighbour wants more than agape love. Deyemi Okanlawon and Juliet Njemaze take the lead in this exciting drama.

Ojukokoro (2017)

A broke filling station manager plans to rob his company, but he jams two of his coworkers there and finds out he’s not the only one eyeing the company’s money. Tope Tedela, Wale Ojo and Ali Nuhu are in this.

Roti (2017)

A couple who suffers three miscarriages and a stillbirth finally have a child after ten years. But when the boy turns nine, he passes away. One day, the wife sees another who looks like her late child and begins to believe her son has returned to her. This Kunle Afolayan’s film delves into the themes of reincarnation and loss. The cast includes Fathia Balogun, Kate Henshaw and Toyin Oshinaike.

Women’s Cot (2005)

A group of wealthy women who have suffered abuse and maltreatment from their husbands band together to form a powerful resistance group that fights against domestic violence. This film casts Bob Manuel, Joke Silva, Rita Edochie, Zack Orji, and the late Onyeka Onwenu. If you’re an OG Nollywood fan, Women’s Cot is for you.

Future Perfect (2023)

Uzor Arukwe and Bimbo Ademoye star in this drama about a couple without children due to the wife’s ovulation disorder. Their frustration rises as the husband longs for the womb’s fruits.

Alli Eid Dinner (2024)

This is a family drama about the annual celebration of Eid. Amina (Wumi Tuase) tries to get her family together for the festivities, but others aren’t as interested as they used to be. Now, she’s tasked with restoring the lost family celebration recipe. Other actors, like Temilolu Fosudo, Kuchi Chris, and Owumi Ugbeye, play the lead in the film.

Scourge (2023)

Nollywood’s famous faces like Jide Kosoko, Saheed Balogun, Patrick Doyle and Tobi Bakre star in this feature about a Nigerian who returns from abroad as a drug addict. On the verge of losing his loved ones and career, he lands at rehab.

The Way We Were (2023)

Efa Iwara and Adaora Udeh play lovers who get back together after eight years. One day, while they revisit memory lane, painful truths begin to unravel. Relationship people will love this.

Still Waters (2023)

A struggling car dealer (Wole Ojo) in love with a politician’s daughter (Sophia Alakija) gets served a hot breakfast. He suffers psychological abuse and trauma in their relationship, but he eventually finds love again.

Marriage Trap (2020)

A lady falls in love and marries a guy who’s a psycho woman killer. Upon discovering his dark secrets, she also ends up as his victim. Marriage Trap casts Yemi Blaq, Rachel Oniga, Tana Adesina and more.

The Lost Café (2017)

This film follows the story of a Nigerian budding filmmaker who travels to Norway to pursue her passion. While she experiences the loneliness of living in a new place, the longing for home, and heartbreak, she finds comfort in the company of a coffee shop owner. It’s directed by Kenneth Gyang, and the cast includes Tunde Citadel, Jenny Bonden, and Tunde Aladese.

93 Days (2016)

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So far, in 2024, Nollywood has been on a roll with several hit productions and releases. 2024 may be ending, but the film industry isn’t done with us. As we enter the last lap of the year, many big-budget and otherwise, Nollywood movies have been announced and will be major cinema or streaming events in the coming weeks.

Below are ten such movies we can’t wait to see before the year ends.

Hijack ’93

This film is based on a real-life event about a group of Nigerian teenagers who hijacked a Nigerian Airways flight in 1993. The historical drama features veteran and upcoming actors like Bob Manuel, Sharon Ooja, Efa Iwara, Adam Garba, and Nnamdi Agbo. It’ll premiere on Netflix on October 25, 2024.

Recall

Film director and producer Kunle Afolayan will screen his new film Recall at this year’s Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) on November 7, 2024. It’s a psychological thriller and a love story that turns into a mystery. We’re still waiting for the cast list, but it’s confirmed that Sharon Ooja is the major lead in Recall. The world premiere date has not been announced yet.

Seven Doors

From the stable of Femi Adebayo to Netflix, Seven Doors focuses on the relationship of a Yoruba king and his Igbo wife. It’s set to hit the streaming platform on December 13, 2024. Chioma Akpotha, Adebayo Salami (Oga Bello) and Afeez Oyetoro (Saka) are cast.

A Christmas in Lagos

If you’re expecting another action or crime thriller from Jade Osiberu, you should watch her previous works for now. Returning to her rom-com roots, she’s set to release a star-studded movie titled Christmas in Lagos.

It’s a Detty-December story featuring Ayra Starr, Adekunle Gold, Ladipoe, Shaffy Bello, Richard Mofe-Damijo, and Rayxia Ojo (from Supacell). There’s no release date yet, but it’ll be available on Prime Video sometime this December.

Everybody Loves Jenifa (ELJ)

If you’re chronically online, you must have seen Funke Akindele’s latest promotional videos for her upcoming film, Everybody Love Jenifa. Apart from being another spin-off of her OG film and popular franchise Jenifa, the movie has a crew of 175 members. It’s coming to cinemas this December, and faces like Olumide Oworu, Falz, Bisola Aiyeola, and Layi Wasabi won’t be scarce.

Alakada: Bad and Boujee

There may be a lot of controversy surrounding her political affiliation, but Toyin Abraham will continue to release her films. The new one coming on December 20, 2024, is Alakada: Bad and Boujee from her Alakada film franchise—an original film about a baddie living a fake life. Olumide Oworu, Bimbo Ademoye, IK Ogbonna and Kolawole Ajeyemi star in the film.

Suspicion

Uzor Arukwe, Omowunmi Dada, Richard Mofe-Damijo and more will star in this suspense film directed by Tosin Igho. Suspicion explores ritual practices and its victims. Catch this film on Prime Video on November 28, 2024.

The Waiter

AY Makun has a new film coming to the box office this December (date’s yet to be announced). Still, all we know about it so far is its exploration into Nigeria’s socio-political landscape. Deyemi Okanlawon, Shaffy Bello and Rahama Sadau are featured in The Waiter.

Thin Line

Since the Mercy Aigbe team concluded filming earlier in the year, they’ve kept the plot and the release news about this film under wraps. But we can confirm that it has been set for a December 2024 cinema release.

Ekpebiwo M (I Have Decided)

The Yoruba sector of Nollywood might have fed us many epic films this year, but we’re about to get a taste of something different. An Igbo epic film is coming to the big screen on November 8, 2024. It follows the story of a village chief who ditches his tradition for Christianity and becomes an evangelist. But the village isn’t having it. Chidi Mokeme, Ini Edo, Jide Kosoko, and Alex Osifo are cast members of this film.
In the last few years, a fleet of Nollywood television series have landed on several streaming platforms, such as Netflix. This development has contributed to the diverse Nigerian stories available for a global audience.

While many hardcore fans of Nollywood have protested what they say is the globalisation of the industry, there are many Nollywood TV series worthy to binge. If you’re looking for a Nollywood TV series to binge in this month of October, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 worth our money currently streaming on Netflix.

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

This TV show is about a local politician and businesswoman and, by extension, the underbelly of the Nigerian political system. Stars like Sola Sobowale, Toni Tones, Efa Iwara, and Nse Ikpe-Etim guarantee thrilling dialogues and actions.

Blood Sisters (2022)

A wedding ceremony turns into an investigation of a homicide case. A bride and her best friend are suspects of the groom’s murder. This is a Nigerian crime-thriller mini-series you should definitely watch. It’s star-studded with Gabriel Afolayan, Kehinde Bankole, Nancy Isime, Ramsey Noah, Ini Dima-Okojie and more.

Oloture: The Journey (2024)

A journalist works undercover as a sex worker to bring down a human trafficking syndicate. Beverly Osu, Omoni Oboli, Sharon Ooja and Daniel Etim-Effiong put their souls into this.

Shanty Town (2023)

This crime-thriller show explores the lives of sex workers, street gangs and corruption in Lagos’ political arena. The cast of Shanty Town includes Nancy Isime, Chidi Mokeme, Uche Jumbo and Ini Edo.

Far from Home (2022)

This high-school show focuses on a young boy and aspiring artist from a struggling background. The series shows him navigating his way through the world of the country’s 1%. Mike Folarin, Olumide Oworu, Bolanle Ninalowo and Genoveva Umeh star in this.

Postcards (2024)

The journey of a single mother (Sola Sobowale) to India for a medical check-up ends in a family reunion between her, her son (Tobi Bakre), and her brother (Richard Mofe-Damijo). If you’re looking for something lighthearted, Postcards works for you.

The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi (2023)

This show follows the story of a spirit haunting a secondary school after an incident of sexual abuse. It features veteran and new actors like Ireti Doyle, Jude Chukwuka, Martha Ehinome and Ejiro Onojaife.

Ololade (2023)

Two friends, a high school teacher (Frank Donga) and a car mechanic (Femi Adebayo) run into sudden wealth. This is a comedic series of fuck around and find out.

Castle & Castle (2018)

If you’re looking for a Nigerian legal drama series, then Mo’ Abudu made Castle & Castle for you. It’s about a couple who run a law firm together. They also have to hold their marriage together amidst the high pressure of their profession. Dakore Egbuson-Akande and Richard Mofe-Damijo take the lead on this.

War: Wrath and Revenge (2023)

A politician’s wife ruins his political ambition after discovering he wants to take another wife. It stars Rahama Sadau, Ayoola Ayoola and Mofe Duncan.

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It’s been a minute since Nollywood dropped a campus flick that actually hits the spot. For a very long stretch in the 2000s, before the story of Elena Gilbert and Damon Salvatore forever changed our taste, campus movies with the biggest babes on campus—Rita Dominic, Ini Edo, Oge Okoye—fighting over men, fighting off men, fighting for men was the shit.

So, while we wait for the next big campus movie to drop in this new era of cinema and streaming, let’s revisit some of the classics that got us hooked on this whole “campus life” thing in the first place.

From the romantic to the hilarious, the thrilling and the heart-wrenching, these 10 Nollywood campus movies are sure to take you back to your childhood or steam up some memories of your uni days.

Omoge Campus (2001)

Bola Igida, a film producer, cast actors like Dele Odule, Jide Kosoko, the late Ayisat Abimbola and Moji Olaiya in Omoge Campus (meaning “campus baddies”). It’s a film about a fearsome female cult group, Omoge Campus, that uses its influence to navigate paths for its members through uni. From being victims of sex for grades to dealing with difficult lecturers and other cult groups to initiating other unsuspecting babes, this film promotes a very stereotypical “inside life” story of a Nigerian uni.

O Le Ku (1997)

A final year guy in the University of Ibadan called Ajani, who faces marriage pressure from his mom, finds himself dating three babes at the same time. But he must choose his wife. It features actors such as Yemi Shodimu, Pauline Dike, Omolola Amusan and Lanre Hassan.

A Million Tears (2006)

This is one of the most tear-jerking productions from Nollywood. Emeka Ike is a lover boy who falls for a dying girl portrayed by Kate Henshaw. One of Nollywood’s best soundtracks also came from A Million Tears.

The Campus Queen (2003)

The Campus Queen is another Tunde Kelani classic. It tells the story of two rival university social groups going at each other. The feud starts after a group defends Banke, a student, against her popular boyfriend who mistreats her. Sarah Mbaka, Segun Adefila and the late Sound Sultan are stars in the film.

Arrested by Love (2004)

Jim Iyke, a trust fund kid, falls in love with a God-fearing babe. If you’re looking for a simple love story on a Nigerian campus, Arrested by Love does it. Pete Edochie, and Ebube Nwagbo are also featured in Arrested by Love.

War Game (2005)

War Game is in a league of its own. To date, there’s no Nollywood film with scarier character names like Tornado Aroma the Basanta, Silence the Escobar and Terror the Archangel. It’s an action-packed film about rival gangs disturbing the school, terrorising other students and putting fear in everyone on the campus. Ini Edo, Oge Okoye, Kelvin Ikeduba, Nonso Diobi delivered stellar roles. FYI, it has part two.

Black Bra (2005)

A guy claims he loves a babe in the female cult Black Bra, then rapes her. The Black Bra cult heard what had happened to their member and a revenge mission began. Watch Nonso Diobi, Adaora Ukoh, Uche Jumbo and Oge Okoye in action.

Girls Cot (2006)

A struggling university babe (Rita Dominic) gets into sex work to make ends meet, but she’s stuck with horrible customers. Eventually, she becomes one of the happening babes alongside Uche Jumbo, Ini Edo, and Genevieve Nnaji on her campus.

Jenifa (2008)

Funke Akindele’s Jenifa brings humour to the campus. Jenifa is a village girl in the university who made all the wrong decisions. The film became so huge, it started its own “Jeni-verse,” —The Return of Jenifa, Jenifa’s Diary, Everybody Love Jenifa. To some Nollywood lovers, Jenifa may be the last good campus story from Nollywood.

Citation (2020)

Citation is about a female master’s degree student who takes a university to court after a professor attempts to rape her. The film stars Joke Silva, Temi Otedola, Jimmy Jean-Louis and Ini Edo.
In the past few years, Prime Video has emerged as a key player in the global distribution of Nollywood content. Though the Amazon-owned streamer reversed course and announced it was pausing commissioning originals on the continent, in its catalogue, abound many Nollywood films catering to different tastes and interests.

Some are originals, and others are from its numerous licensing deals with Nollywood filmmakers.

If Prime Video is your go-to and you want to get started on Nollywood films, or you just want to know the options available on the platform, we’ve got you covered. We combed through the streaming platform to get the best 20 Nollywood titles you should see this month.

Breath of Life (2023)

A man of God (Wale Ojo) loses himself and his faith after his family is gruesomely murdered. But he finds purpose again through a younger clergyman (Chimezie Imo). This is one of Nollywood’s 2023 best productions with multiple AMVCAs to show for it.

Brotherhood (2022)

Imagine surviving the hard-knock streets of Lagos with your brother, only for him to end up a gang member and you as a police officer chasing after him. Falz and Tobi Bakre are the action stars of this film.

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (2024)

From the stables of Bolanle Austen-Peters comes this biopic of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, a remarkable woman in Nigerian history. If all you know about her is that she was the first woman to drive in Nigeria, you need to see this ASAP. Kehinde Bankole gives a stellar performance. Veterans like Joke Silva, Jide Kosoko, and Salami Adebayo (Oga Bello) are also in it

A Tribe Called Judah (2024)

The Judah family consists of five children (Timini Egbuson, Tobi Makinde, Olumide Oworu, Uzee Usman, and Jide Kene Achufusi) and their mom (Funke Akindele), who needs funds to treat renal failure. It’s an emotional and funny drama. It is also the highest-rated box-office Nollywood film.

Battle of Buka Street (2022)

Two rival half-sisters selling food set up shops on the same street, and chaos immediately ensues. Funke Akindele and Mercy Johnson ATE up their roles.

Sista (2022)

A struggling single mom (Kehinde Bankole) struggles to raise her kids (Adeoluwa Akintoba and Chiamaka Uzokwe) after their father (Deyemi Okanlawon) absconds. Only for him to waltz back into their lives as adults to make up for the times he missed.

Juju Stories (2022)

This three-part anthology film explores Nigerian metaphysical folklore and urban legends. If you don’t believe in jazz, Timini Egbuson, Uzoamaka Aniunoh and Nengi Adoki will give you a reason to.

The Trade (2023)

Here the police pursue a dangerous and famous kidnapper who terrorises Southern Nigeria for more than 10 years. Blossom Chuwkujekwu and Rita Dominic give breathtaking performances.

Progressive Tailors Club (2022)

The film follows the association of tailors after they remove a corrupt leader to find a new one. It is ridiculously funny. It features Rachael Oniga, Uzor Arukwe and Lateef Adedimeji.

Hey You (2022)

Hey You is a must-watch if you want something hot and sensual from Nollywood. A young software developer falls in love with an adult content model. Timini Egbuson, Stan Nze, and Efe Irele are some of the cast members.

Mikolo (2023)

This live-action and animated family adventure is about two kids and a mythical creature that needs help getting back to the deep forest. It’s recommended especially to children and parents.

Love and Life (2023)

Love and Life is about three middle-aged women who support one another and navigate their love and business lives. The ladies who star in this film are Rita Dominic, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Michelle Dede.

Blackmail (2022)

O.C Ukeje stars in this crime thriller about a struggling actor facing blackmail from some internet gangsters.

Small Talk (2023)

A driver who talks too much enters wahala during a robbery incident because he won’t shut his mouth. Mr Macaroni, Moet Abebe, and Akorede Ajayi will make you laugh from start to finish.

Bank Alert (2023)

Okey Bakassi gangs up with Uzor Arukwe and Kate Henshaw in this crime comedy about a 50-year-old former banker who suddenly receives N500 million.

The Blood Covenant (2022)

Three guys (Tobi Bakre, Uzor Arukwe and Shawn Faqua) in their 20s use money rituals to become rich. But the consequences soon find them.

La Femme Anjola (2021)

The life of a young stockbroker goes to shit after he falls in love with a gangster’s wife. Nonso Bassey, Paul Adams and Adejumoke Aderounmu go hard in this psychological thriller.

Saving Onome (2024)

Two parents are left with no choice but to take drastic measures to find money to save the life of their ailing child. Nancy Isime and Olumide Oworu play the lead.

All Is Fair in Love (2024)

Two friends and business partners fall in love with the same babe, and their friendship gets tested. Ireti Doyle, Juliet Ibrahim, and Timini Egbuson are the stars of this movie.

Big Love (2023)

Old secrets threaten the relationship of two young lovers in this romance drama, which features Bimbo Ademoye, Timini Egbuson, and Shaffy Bello.

The 20 Best Nollywood Movies on Netflix Right Now (Oct. 2024)
With the rise of streaming, Nollywood has become fairly more accessible to a global audience. This has created a variety of options for Nollywood lovers around the world. While it’s a good thing that filmmakers are making some dough from their art, it remains Zikoko to step in and tell the audience what’s worth their time in a season of plenty. That’s why we’ve taken the time to comb through the Netflix database, scouring the very best Nollywood films currently streaming on the platform.

If you’re looking for Nollywood films you can binge on your Netflix and chill or idle hours, we made a list of twenty movies. From action, to crime, romance, comedy to epic, there is lots of interesting screen time here.

Tokunbo (2024)

A guy who used to smuggle cars becomes an errand boy for some dangerous kidnappers. He’s to abduct a government official’s daughter for them, or his family faces the consequences. Gideon Okeke and Darasimi Nadi ATE up their roles.

Living In Bondage: Breaking Free (2019)

To be a big boy isn’t easy. An ambitious guy grabs a seat in high places with the help of a cult his mentor also belongs to. This film gives “Jesus power, super-power, wizard power, powerless power.” Ramsey Noah, Jide-Kene, and Kenneth Okonwko deliver great performances.

Love is War (2019)

A husband and wife duo win the primary elections and become the candidates of two major political parties in an upcoming election. This is a cutesy romance film, in which RMD (Richard Mofe-Damijo) literally sacrifices himself for his wife (Omoni Oboli).

King of Boys 1 (2018)

This is the story of Eniola Salami (Sola Sobowale) a powerful businesswoman, philanthropist and aspiring politician who’s also a leader in the underground world of crime in Lagos. She leads all these lives almost perfectly. You have a crime thriller here. Directed by Kemi Adetiba, the film also stars Reminisce, Osa Ighodaro, and Adesua Etomi-Wellington.

Breaded Life (2021)

Here Sunmisola (Timini Egbuson) is a good-for-nothing guy. Eww, right? But that’s not the worst part. He wakes up one day, and everyone around him mysteriously forgets him and can’t see him. Only a bread seller can see him. A ~~dreaded~~ breaded life indeed.

The Black Book (2023)

Police brutality, crime, grief, personal judgment and punishment, a leg and arm for an eye, adrenaline, and action—this is The Black Book. Ade Laoye, RMD, Sam Dede killed this.

Isoken (2017)

Isoken’s mum matchmakes her with Osaze because she can’t have an unmarried daughter in her 30s. But as Cupid would have it, she falls deep in an interracial love with Kevin. Nigerian men 0 – 1 Caucasian men. Dakore Egbuson-Akande, Funke Akindele and Joseph Benjamin killed this one.

The Griot (2021)

Here a shy storyteller faces betrayal from his friend who stole his stories to impress a babe they both like. Nawa. Lateef Adedimeji and Abimbola Adebayo are stars in the film.

Sugar Rush (2019)

Come for the sweetness but stay for the laughs, infidelity, money, crime, the underworld and mob bosses. This film follows three sisters who find a large amount of money, and soon become the target of the authorities and the mob. Toke Makinwa, Busola Aiyeola, Banky W, Bimbo Ademoye ATE.

Lionheart (2018)

A sabi babe runs an interstate transport company in a male-dominated industry and is faced with the harsh realities of being second-guessed because of her gender. It’s a relatable Nigerian drama, and Genevieve Nnaji, who plays the lead, is seduced by Mr P (of Psquare fame).

House of Ga’a (2024)

Are you looking for a drama of power-hungry and power-drunk characters? Here’s an epic serve. Femi Branch, Mike Folarin, Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham star in this film about a Bashorun who’s more powerful than the kings he enthroned.

Afamefuna (2023)

This film is about the Igbo apprenticeship system and what can happen to friends in this culture. A businessman gets questioned by the police after his friend dies. Alexx Ekubo and Stan Nze get 5 Stars for their acting.

Ayinla (2021)

This is a musical drama and biopic based on the life of Ayinla Omowura, a deceased legendary Apala singer from Southwest Nigeria. The film features Lateef Adedimeji, Mr Macaroni and Omawumi Dada.

Nimbe (2019)

This is a drama and action film about a bullied teenager who eventually joins a bad gang and becomes a junkie. Odunlade Adekola and Chimezie Imo gave a show.

BlackRose (2018)

A babe meets the man of her dreams, but his arrival in her life changes her forever. Blossom Chukwujekwu and Echelon Mbadiwe came correct.

Soole (2020)

Adunni Ade, Mike Folarin and Meg Otanwa feature in this film about bus passengers travelling home for Christmas and getting mixed up with some hardened criminals. God abeg.

Anikulapo (2022)

A guy fucks around and fucks the king’s wife, and he dies for it. From there, everything gets spiritual and our real fucker brings people back to life. Kunle Remi, Sola Sobowale and Bimbo Ademoye are major cast in this film.

Sanitation Day (2020)

Face-Me-I-Face-You tenants found a dead body in their compound. Two policemen start an investigation to solve the mystery murder but the tenants are not cooperative. Sanitation Day stars Blossom Chukwujekwu, Charles Inojie, Tobi Bakre and more.

76 (2016)

This is a historical drama about a young soldier accused of conspiring to assassinate a general and his pregnant wife, who fights for her husband’s wrongful arrest. Ramsey Noah, Rita Dominic and Chidi Mokeme gave impression performances.

Lisabi: The Uprising (2024)

This is an historical epic about Lisabi, a farmer, who raised a resistance movement to protect his town, Egba, and its people from oppressions. If features actors such as Lateef Adedimeji, Mr Macaroni and Odunlade Adekola.
Lisabi: The Uprising is the latest Nollywood epic production on Netflix. It’s a historical feature that follows a farmer from Egba (a place in Ogun State) who built a local resistance movement against the old Oyo Empire’s oppression. The film’s production comes from the stable of Niyi Akinmolayan’s Anthill Studios and stars veteran and new actors such as Jide Kosoko, Odunlade Adekola, Efe Irele, Liquorous Afije, etc.

In the movie, Ibrahim Chatta (Sangodeyin) and Lateef Adedimeji (Lisabi) had scores to settle, but we had other lessons to pick from it.

These are the seven lessons we’re taking from Lisabi:

The Old Oyo Empire feels like Nigeria

Oloyo could cut off the head of another king or burn a village to the ground over tributes (a share of what people harvest from their farms). Oloyo would take from them without giving any in return. It’s just like present day Nigeria with powerful leaders, their yes-men, and the sufferhead citizens. Just look at Oloyo and his subjects.

Don’t play with your job

If you have to work because you want to impress someone, there’s a high chance you won’t make it out of the trenches. It might have worked for Osokenu, but if you don’t work, nothing for you.

Protect your own

It’s justifiable to go to war for your loved ones like Osokenu did for his babe Abebi, and Lisabi did to fight against their village’s oppressors.

Rise against tyranny

Don’t wait until your tormentor pushes beyond the wall before you fight back for your right. No one will do it for you. You have to yourself, like Egba, revolted against Oyo.

There’s strength in community

The people of Egba needed to produce more food because the Oloyo tribute collectors were taking too much from them. Lisabi suggested that everyone in the village should work on each other’s farms to increase planting and yields. When the harvesting period came, it was bountiful.

One good turn deserves another

Despite the Alake of Egba’s instruction that Lisabi and others should stop the teamwork on farmlands, some picked up their tools and called Lisabi to work on his farm. Although he rejected the offer, it was a way of supporting Lisabi after his collective farming idea proved brilliant and kept food in their barns.

You’re bigger than your problems

Lisabi fought the dreaded leader of the tribute collectors and he didn’t only whoop his ass, he took his head home. Other Egba people took out their weapons to fight oppression too.

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If you’ve seen any of the promotional videos for actress and film producer Funke Akindele’s upcoming film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, it’s not hard to conclude that she’s coming for her December money, per usual. As another year draws to an end, she’s outside again, gearing up to collect another highest-grossing box office plaque. Before you ask, “Who dash her?” Remember she’s broken the highest-grossing Nollywood film record three different times — Omo Ghetto (2020), Battle on Buka Street (2022) and A Tribe Called Judah (2023).

Anyway, from the look of her latest film promos, she’s likely to have another box-office banger. Since we also had time, we watched and ranked all her film promo videos.

Everybody Loves Jenifa

We have to start with the one that’s currently dominating our timeline. The promo videos for the upcoming Akindele film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, is a funny face-off between the casts of A Tribe Called Judah and the new film. For this new film, Akindele is pushing even further, offering back-to-back content of the cast talking about it. So far, she has delivered transition videos and a very viral video of the cast agitating, sort of.

THE BATTLE OF TWO CHAMPIONS!!!
Who will emerge victorious?
Get ready for the ultimate showdown!#everybodylovesjenifa @funkeakindele pic.twitter.com/myqCFd86M6
— Adedimeji Lateef (@TheDimejiLateef) September 23, 2024

Finding Me

The idea for the Finding Me promo video is playfulness. Some popular cast members got goofy and displayed their dance moves and baffs in the short transition videos. Who knew Dele Odule could carry body like that?

my Dad’s got Vibes!!!💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽 DELE ODULE!!!
FINDING ME!!!👀👀👀#afunkeakindelenetworkproduction is coming soon!!!#anticipate #findingmethemovie #findingme #DELEODULE #funkeakindele #funkeakindelenetwork pic.twitter.com/ky0IkG9raf
— Funke Akindele (@funkeakindele) May 17, 2024

A Tribe Called Judah

As soon as a release date for A Tribe Called Judah (ATCJ) was announced last year, Akindele rolled out in colourful merch, decked with customised round necks, hats, and sneakers. There was also a lot of goofing around and dancing in the videos because, seriously, what’s an Aunty Funke promo video without some goofiness and dancing?

We are ready!!!! #AtribeCalledJudah 15th of Dec pic.twitter.com/Uc9eUQQUa8
— Funke Akindele (@funkeakindele) November 28, 2023

Battle of Buka Street

This film is about two rival local food sellers on the same street. For this, Akindele tapped into her inner Iya ‘Mala. Its promo videos starred Akindele and other actresses turning hot Amala and tearing meat to spark joy.

‘Aro meta o gbodo da obe nu’ we wonder what these 3 aso ebi wearing musketeers are up to in the movie, #battleonbukastreet ??

Ermmmm……..🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
No spoilers here please!! 😏😏 pic.twitter.com/QVpCl5Sfis
— Funke Akindele (@funkeakindele) December 13, 2022

SHE Must Be Obeyed

For this, the goal was to flood YouTube with targeting advertising. She pulled a “Are you a stem professional…” advert times four. But with the Prime Video original series SHE Must Be Obeyed, it was less nuisance and more skip me if e sure for you.

Akorede

The promo for one of Akindele’s oldies, Akorede, was off social media as it was released in the golden age of Facebook. But this didn’t stop Akindele from blasting it everywhere. Remember those days when films were advertised in films and you had to watch tons of trailers before you finally watched the film? Akorede was one of the leaders of that charge. That year the trailer for Akorede with Akindele singing mo ti ko re de was in almost every film.

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