The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than with a marathon of the best Nollywood films on Netflix and other streamers? As we count down the days to Christmas, we’re excited to share our definitive list of the top 12 Nollywood films currently streaming on your favourite platforms.
A Naija Christmas (2021)
In 2021, Kunle Afolayan directed and released this romantic comedy focused on the Nigerian type of Christmas. A mother’s Christmas wish is for her kids to get married. But there’s a catch: the first child to marry inherits their mom’s multi-million naira house. This is one of Rachel Oniga’s last film appearances, and it also features Kunle Remi, Abayomi Alvin, and Efa Iwara. It’s showing on Netflix.
The Bling Lagosians (2019)
In this film, Elvina Ibru, the matriarch of the wealthy Holloway family, plans her flamboyant 51st birthday party, but her family is in debt, and their business and legacy are in jeopardy. Jide Kosoko, Toying Abraham, and Ayoola Ayoola are cast in this film directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters. It’s streaming on Netflix.
Forever Us (2024)
The bond between two brothers becomes severed due to their father’s decisions. After he passed away, in his will, he changed the leadership of his company, installing another son of the head. The brothers also fall in love with the same girl, their maid’s daughter. Clinton Joshua, Victory Michael, and Ella Idu star in this film, which is streaming on YouTube.
Love in Chaos (2024)
After finding success with his music, an artist struggles with the groupies that come with fame, but he remains loyal and dedicated to his babe. But that ends after the babe eventually rejects him for not being her dream man. Sonia Uche and Clinton Joshua star in this, which is streaming on YouTube.
Something Like Gold (2023)
This romantic drama is about a lady who finds love again after she is abandoned on the altar. It stars Kunle Remi, Mercy Johnson, Timini Egbuson, and Teni Aladese. It’s streaming on Netflix and YouTube.
Mikolo (2023)
This is an animated family fantasy about two kids who found a lost mystical creature and must help it find its way back home in the forest. It’s directed by Niyi Akinmolayan and stars Pamilerin Ayodeji, Mofiyinfoluwa Adenuga, Yvonne Jegede and Ayo Mogaji. It’s streaming on Prime Video.
A Sunday Affair (2023)
The loyalty of two best friends to each other was tested after they fell in love with the same guy. Dakore Akande, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Eku Edewor are cast in this Walter-Banger-directed film, which streams on Netflix.
The Trade (2023)
After terrorising Southern Nigeria for more than ten years, a notorious kidnapper feels the heat of police chase more than ever before. Blossom Chukwujekwu, Rita Dominic and Ali Nuhu are cast members. It’s available for streaming on Prime Video.
Different Strokes (2023)
Four friends and wives navigate the complexities of their marriages. From infidelity to fertility issues and fights with mother-in-law, Different Strokes explores different sides of marriage. This film stars Mercy Johnson, Jim Iyke, Lilian Esoro and Blessing Jessica. It’s streaming on Prime Video.
Love & Scars (2023)
This film touches on the struggles of people with tribal marks. A guy realises that the babe he’s been talking to has tribal marks. Ruth Kadiri, Chris Okagbue and Hamidat Oyindamola play lead roles in the film. It’s showing on YouTube.
Egun (2023)
This psychological thriller centres on a group of corporate workers who receive a mysterious package that opens a box of secrets. Gideon Okeke, Omowunmi Dada, Uzor Arukwe, and Femi Jacobs are cast members. This film is directed by Dare Olaitan and it’s streaming on Prime Video and Showmax.
Dwindle (2021)
Jide Kene Achufusi and Lateef Adedimeji star in this drama about two friends who steal a car and go into the cab business. Bisola Aiyeola and Funke Akindele also star in the film. Directed by Kauode Kasumu and Dare Olaitan. Showing on Netflix.
