Nollywood comedies have captured audiences with their humour, relatable characters, and distinctive storytelling. Whether you’re in the mood for lighthearted fun or sharp social commentary wrapped in comedy, these films promise plenty of laughs.
With Netflix bringing some of the best Nollywood comedies straight to your screen, here are 10 hilarious films you can enjoy right now.
Kasala (2018)
Runtime: 1h 24m
Director: Emamode Edosio
Tunji (Emeka Nwagbaraocha) takes his uncle’s car for a joyride to a party with his three friends (Mike Folarin, Chimezie Imo, and Tomiwa Tegbe). Their excitement quickly turns into panic when they crash the car in the heat of the moment. With just five hours before Tunji’s uncle (Jide Kosoko) returns from work, they scramble to raise the money needed for repairs — by any means necessary.
This film delivers a distinctly Nigerian story, blending humour with relatable struggles. At least one in four people will see themselves in it.
Merry Men: The Real Yoruba Demons (2018)
Runtime: 1h 46m
Director: Toka McBaror
This film puts a hilarious and cinematic spin on the “Yoruba Demon” stereotype, following four wealthy and charismatic men (Ramsey Nouah, Jim Iyke, Ayo “AY” Makun, and Folarin “Falz” Falana) who move like a modern-day Robin Hood crew. They steal from the rich, give to the poor, and break hearts along the way.
No capes here, just impeccably tailored agbadas, hilarious antics and a whole lot of charm. And if you’ve never heard Falz speaking in “proper English,” consider this your official introduction.
Watch Merry Men The Real Yoruba Demons on Netflix.
My Village People (2021)
Runtime: 2h 14m
Director: Niyi Akinmolayan
Prince (Bovi Ugboma), a reckless womanizer, returns to his village for his sister’s (Venita Akpofure) traditional wedding. While there, he spends the night with a young maiden — who, unbeknownst to him, is a witch and the daughter of the village Dibia (Theresa Edem).
When he refuses to confess his love to her, he becomes haunted by a spirit wife in his dreams, leading to hilariously awful consequences.
Watch My Village People on Netflix.
Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020)
Runtime: 1h 50m
Director: Funke Akindele and Abdulrasheed “JJC” Bello
Two worlds collide when twin sisters — who are nothing alike — meet for the first time. Funke Akindele takes on a dual role, playing Lefty, a fearless ghetto queen and troublemaker, and Ayomide, her polished and sophisticated counterpart.
Their unexpected reunion forces them to confront their complicated past and work together despite their stark differences. Whether it’s Lefty rolling with her gang or Ayomide trying to maintain her poise in the ghetto, the result is pure comedy gold.
Watch Omo Ghetto: The Saga on Netflix.
Passport (2022)
Runtime: 1h 50m
Director: Dimeji Ajibola
In this dramatic comedy, Oscar (Jim Iyke) is robbed on his way to the airport, only to realize his passport is missing — a major problem since he needs it to travel to London. Desperate, he enlists the help of Kopiko (Mercy Johnson), a tough-as-nails tomboy from the slums, to retrieve it.
Mercy Johnson shines as Kopiko, delivering a memorable performance that leaves no crumbs.
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Prophetess (2021)
Runtime: 2h 24m
Director: Niyi Akinmolayan
Ajoke (Toyin Abraham) is a self-proclaimed prophetess who makes a living by pretending to have supernatural powers. When a wealthy client seeks her spiritual help, she sees it as a golden opportunity to cash in. But what starts as a simple con quickly takes an unexpected turn.
This film offers a humorous Nigerian take on fake prophets and the path to redemption.
The Razz Guy (2021)
Runtime: 1h 39m
Director: Udoka Oyeka
Nigerian superstition takes centre stage in this comedy. Just as an arrogant senior executive (Lasisi Elenu) is assigned to oversee a high-stakes foreign business merger, he falls victim to a curse that leaves him unable to speak properly.
With a cast featuring comedy heavyweights like MC Lively, Frank Donga, and Broda Shaggi, laughter is guaranteed.
Watch The Razz Guy on Netflix.
The Stand Up (2022)
Runtime: 1h 40m
Director: Jide Oyegbile
After Ovie (Paul Olope) loses his father, a local don (Richard Mofe-Damijo) comes knocking, demanding repayment of a ₦2 million debt his late father left behind. As collateral, the don takes Ovie’s sister (Ilekhua Anthonia) hostage.
Desperate to clear the debt and rescue his sister, Ovie leaves Warri for Lagos in search of greener pastures. He sets out for a “serious job” to make money, but fate has other plans, leading him straight into the world of stand-up comedy. It’s no surprise that a comedy about a stand-up comedian is packed with laughs.
Watch The Stand Up on Netflix.
The Vendor (2018)
Runtime: 1h 42m
Director: Odunlade Adekola
Odunlade Adekola stars as a struggling newspaper vendor who constantly laments his unhappy life. But when he lands a better job and discovers that his father (Jide Kosoko) is actually wealthy, he becomes even lazier.
The Vendor is the story of an unemployed egbon adugbo in his 30s — quick-witted, full of hilarious commentary, and always ready with a funny response to everything around him.
Your Excellency (2019)
Runtime: 2h
Director: Funke Akindele
This satirical political comedy follows a wealthy politician, businessman, and failed presidential candidate (Akin Lewis) who is hilariously obsessed with Donald Trump.
Determined to save his latest campaign from ending in another disaster, he resorts to dancing and other over-the-top antics to win public favour.
If you think this sounds like a certain Nigerian politician, it’s purely coincidental — it just borrows from the realities of Nigerian politics.
Watch Your Excellency on Netflix.
