Nigerian cinema continues to shine with high-profile releases like Return of Arinzo and Avante, while Funke Akindele’s latest Netflix offering, Behind The Scenes, provides an intimate look into the life of a successful real estate mogul juggling career and family.
Here’s a closer look at some of the top picks for the weekend:
Local Highlights
A young actor returns home with his fiancée to support his father’s presidential campaign, only to awaken a long-buried scandal tied to a powerful political figure. Tension, intrigue, and family loyalty collide in this gripping drama.
Starring: Iyabo Ojo, Mercy Aigbe, Funke Akindele, Enioluwa Adeoluwa
Gaju assumes a false identity to infiltrate the estate of Sir Bruno, responsible for his parents’ deaths. But a forbidden romance with Bruno’s daughter forces him to confront his past while navigating an uncertain future.
Starring: Joseph James, Mailya Micheal, Chimizie Imo, Ruth Nkweti
A talented but arrogant singer’s career collapses, sparking a journey of redemption. This film highlights women’s experiences in the music industry, featuring original songs that enhance its emotional depth.
Starring: Ariyike Olowolagba, Femi Branch, Tomiwa Tegbe, Uzor Arukwe
Magic, power, and destiny intertwine in this epic tale. Osimiri, a powerful witch, protects the kingdom and ensures the throne’s security. When a mysterious young woman named Egbin emerges, long-laid plans are disrupted, and the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance.
Starring: Ayo Olaiya, Deyemi Okanlawon, Femi Adebayo, Odunlade Adekola, Sola Sobowale
Set in 1989 Aba, Amara navigates unresolved feelings for a high school love while her husband fights for her heart. This nostalgic drama explores love, loyalty, and the pull of the past.
Starring: Bimbo Akintola, Toni Tones, Odunlade Adekola, Angel Anosike
International Thrillers and Dramas
A woman begins work as a housekeeper in a New York City high-rise, unaware of the building’s dark history. Soon, she discovers that the community hides secrets far more sinister than she imagined.
Starring: Armanda Rivera, Peterson Joseph, Patricia Arquette, Tom Felton
Returning to Nigeria after 25 years, a man’s homecoming turns perilous when he is kidnapped along the Niger Delta creek, setting the stage for a tense survival story.
Starring: Bucci Franklin, Sam Dede, Sunshine Rosman, Jimmy Jean-Louis
Former war hero Nikki faces her greatest challenge when her daughter is kidnapped. Caught between law enforcement and criminals, she must fight through a dangerous underworld to save her child.
Starring: Don Harvey, Lydia Hull, Shane Williams, Texas Battle
Fresh out of prison, a mother tries to reconnect with her young daughter, but everyone seems against her. Only a compassionate bar owner offers a path toward rebuilding trust and hope.
Starring: Rick Koy, Lauren Graham, Monika Myers, Bradley Whitford
Grace and her sister Faith face a new deadly challenge: outrunning four rival families competing for a powerful throne. Survival will require courage, cunning, and a bit of luck.
Starring: Dan Beirne, Elijah Wood, Emily Stranges, Kevin Durand
Streaming Spotlight
Funke Akindele stars as Aderonke “Ronky-Fella,” a successful real estate mogul juggling career, family, and personal boundaries. This series offers humor, insight, and a nuanced look at the modern working woman’s challenges.
Starring: Funke Akindele, Scarlet Gomez, Tobi Bakre, Iyabo Ojo
Whether you’re drawn to suspense, drama, or stories of personal growth, this weekend’s lineup in Nigeria offers a diverse selection that promises entertainment and conversation.