In this issue, we bring you the hottest Nollywood movies and series to binge watch this period and also platforms to stream them on.
Looking for movies to watch, specially in the Nigerian space? We have compiled a list of 5 Nollywood movies and series totally worth seeing right now, if you have not.
E.V.E
Nigeria’s answer to Suits, E.V.E centres around Ezinne Veronice Ezenwa (E.V.E), a young, idealistic lawyer at a top Lagos law firm, Eagle Crest, as she navigates her way through office politics and a chaotic personal life. Through her, we get a glimpse into the often complicated Nigerian legal system as well as the overall political landscape. E.V.E stars Gloria Young, O.C Ukeje, Michelle Dede, Ufuoma McDermott and more.
Unmarried
Unmarried revolves around three friends – Nengi, Kamsi and Funbi – with peculiar relationship challenges. Kamsi is married to a man who can barely provide for his family; Funbi is the mistress of a wealthy man; while Nengi seems to have the perfect marriage.
The show stars Big Brother Naija Pepper Dem ex-housemate Venita Akpofure, Skinny Girl In Transit star Ayoola Ayoola, media personality Folu Storms and Enado Odigie from The Men’s Club.
Brethren
Brethren tells the story of two adopted brothers – Dobara, aka Bara, and Dagogo, aka Dags Kurukeme. Through Bara, we’re introduced to the men and women of the elite crime-fighting squad, Special Crimes Unit (SCU), and the challenges they face in their quest to rid the city of crime, particularly the notorious Aja Isale Eko gang.
Brethren stars Daniel Etim Effiong, Akin Lewis, Jide Kosoko among others.
Baby Steps
Baby Steps tells the take of a casanova who gets served with a baby. He must combine work, lifestyle and being an emergency dad. The movie combines fiction and reality to give a fine storyline which was well interpreted by the cast that includes Enyinna Nwigwe, Bimbo Akintola, Segun Arinze, and Mudiaga Ogheneovo. The movie had good reviews from film critics and viewers alike.
Sugar Rush
Written and directed by Kayode Kasum, the movie follows three sisters—Shola, Bola, and Susan—who go on a speeding spree after coming across 800,000 dollars.
Their newfound fortune lands them in trouble when the many claimants turn up to recover the lost bounty.
It features Adesua Etomi, Banky W, Bisola Aiyeola, and Omoni Oboli. Other castmates include Tobi Bakre, Mawuli Gavor, Toke Makinwa, Nkem Owoh, Zack Orji, and Williams Uchemba.
