Even though January is almost over, I know you’re probably still trying to settle into the new year—figure out your resolutions, goals and vibe. What better way to do this than with a good dose of Nollywood movies about starting afresh to inspire and motivate you at this time?
Each movie on this list is packed with drama, valuable gems, and life experiences to help you navigate life, love, and everything in-between.
See below 10 Nollywood movies to help you settle into 2025:
Love and Life
Three women and best friends (Nse Ikpe-Etim, Rita Dominic, and Michelle Dede) navigate life, widowhood, unstable marriages, troubled relationships, and growth together. Life can be tough and crazy, but it’s bearable and better when you have amazing friends to survive with.
This film is a reminder of that. Stream it on Prime Video.
Saving Onome
In Saving Onome, directed by Dimeji Ajibola, a couple (Olumide Oworu and Nancy Isime) run helter-skelter to save their daughter Onome (Mega Geraldine) during a medical emergency. While this film brings to mind that sufficient funds stop a messy situation, it also reminds one that children are the apple of their parents’ eyes.
This is an enjoyable watch, available on Prime Video.
Shina
This film reminds you that Nigerian cab drivers have stories for days. Shina follows the story of a jovial and young Uber driver, Shina (Timini Egbuson), whose life takes an unexpected turn when he agrees to deliver a mysterious package. It’s funny and has the Lagos hustling spirit all over it.
Suspicion
Though you live in the real world, do you sometimes wish you could be a superhero or avenger? If your answer is yes, you need to live your fantasy through Stan Nze’s character in this Sci-Fi film about a man with supernatural powers seeking revenge for his friend’s murder.
This film is directed by Tosin Igho, and is streaming on Prime Video.
The Weekend
Tension and horror thrive as conflict enters Luke’s (Bucci Franklin) and Nikiya’s (Uzoamaka Aniunoh) relationship. She discovers some of his family’s dark secrets after he takes her to meet his family on a weekend. Although not the kind of weekend you want, this film invites you to shine your eyes well before getting deep into a committed relationship.
It’s currently streaming on Circuit.
Ijogbon
In this Kunle Afolayan film about greed and friendship, four friends (Fawaz Aina, Kayode Ojuolape, Ruby Akubueze, and Oluwaseyi Ebiesuwa) find diamonds. However, the shiny object soon brings trouble to them, and they eventually throw away the precious stones. Does this read like what could happen with you and your friends, or should I face my front?
Anyway, it’s also streaming on Netflix.
A Tribe Called Judah
This Funke Akindele drama featuring Timini Egbuson and Olumide Oworu is about a family coming together to solve their financial situation. If you’re reading this, here’s your cue: call your loved ones and spend some time with them. If not family, what else do we have?
It’s streaming on Prime Video.
Passport
A young man (Jim Iyke) loses his passport and needs a street-smart lady (Mercy Johnson) to help him get it back from her thieving cousin. But she’s in a street battle with her rival (Zubby Michael).
This Dimeji Ajibola-directed film is streaming on Netflix.
Strained
A mother (Queen Nwokoye) and daughter (Tracey George) slowly get back on good terms after the daughter reluctantly asks her to help care for her newborn.
Strained is showing on Netflix.
The One for Sarah
Sarah (Beverly Naya) begins her journey of self-discovery and healing after enduring trauma from a past relationship. Encouraged by her supportive friend, Lizzy (Bimbo Ademoye), Sarah rediscovers her self-worth.
It’s showing on Netflix.
