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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
