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.
