All confirmed to be available in Nigeria in October 2024, you will find the titles in four categories, further listed in order of their release dates:
– Nollywood Movies (and select African countries)
– Nollywood TV shows (and select African countries)
– International Movies
– International TV shows
The page will be updated if there are any announced changes.
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Nollywood Films Available to Watch In October 2024
October 3
Life and Dirt
Bovi Ugboma, Chidi Mokeme, Dorcas Shola Fapson, Idia Aisien, Kanayo Kanayo, Shaffy Bello and Uzor Arukwe star in Life and Dirt, from a screenplay written by Bovi. Directed by James ‘Abinibi’ Alabi, the film follows two men who plot a get-rich-quick scheme, but find obstacles on their way. Life and Dirt will be on Prime Video.
A Night in 2005
Ted Makanjuola (MTV Shuga Naija 5) makes her feature film debut with A Night in 2005, a gripping drama set in the 2005 that unravels over one pivotal night where everything changes in an instant. Starring an ensemble cast, including Ini Dima-Okojie, Teniola Aladese, Efa Iwara, Ireti Doyle, Bimbo Akintola, and Uzoamaka Aniunoh. Catch it in Nigerian cinemas.
October 16
At Ease
The latest project in the First Features series. At Ease tells the compelling story of Captain Agbo, a survivor of a devastating blast in Northern Nigeria, as he grapples with PTSD, the dynamics of family, and the profound emotional toll of war. Directed by Seun Richards, it stars Asa’ah Samuel, Anee Icha Rekiya Attah, and Keppy Ekpenyong. At Ease will be available on Prime Video
October 18
Wives on Strike 3: The Uprising
Omoni Oboli returns to the big screen with Wives on Strike: The Uprising, the third instalment of her popular franchise. The story follows an honors graduate who is kidnapped after returning home, leading his mother to embark on a vengeful and brutal quest to rescue him, facing a violent and harrowing ordeal along the way. The film stars Chioma Akpotha, Uche Jombo, and Ufuoma McDermott reprising their roles, with new additions such as Hilda Dokubo, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, and Elvina Ibru.
3 Working Days
3 Working Days tells the gripping story of a father’s desperate quest to provide for his family amidst Nigeria’s cash scarcity crisis. Facing mounting pressures, he eventually makes the ultimate sacrifice for his son. Directed by Jerry Ossai, the film boasts a stellar cast, including Detola Jones, Linda Osifo, Tobi Makinde, Deyemi Okanlawon, Nancy Isime, Uzor Arukwe,Mike Afolarin, Femi Adebayo,Bolaji Ogunmola, Mike Ezeruonye, and Gbubemi Ejeye. Coming to a cinema near you.
Happiness Is
We have a third instalment of the popular South African film, Happiness is a Four-Letter Word heading to Netflix. Renate Stuurman reprises her role as Princess in Happiness Is who’s on the cusp of turning 40 and wants to spend her birthday in solitude. However, her best friend plans a huge birthday bash that ends in a surprising revelation, conflicts that force her to reevaluate her seemingly perfect life. Also starring Gail Mabalane, Richard Lukunku, Siv Ngesi, Rosemary Zimu and O.C. Ukeje.
October 25
Hijack 93
Hijack 93, a thrilling retelling by Play Network Studios comes to Netflix this month. It brings to life the dramatic 1993 Nigeria Airways hijacking, orchestrated by four Nigerian teenagers under the banner of the Movement for the Actualization of Democracy (MAD). This film stars Nancy Isime, Efa Iwara, Sam Dede, and John Dumelo, Nnamdi Agbo, Allison Precious and Adam Garba.
Soft Love
Lovers, get ready for a fresh new swoon-worthy binge on Prime Video! A Nigerian-South African collaboration, this romantic drama is Holmes Awa’s Feature debut and features a stellar cast including Efa Iwara, Cindy Mahlangu,Rosemary Zimu (Savage Beauty), Dorcas Shola Fapson, Genoveva Umeh, and Caroline King.
October 28
Suspicion
Voke, gifted with extraordinary powers, seeks vengeance for his friend’s murder. As he delves into black magic, he confronts betrayal and moral challenges. Ultimately, he must decide how far he’ll go for justice. Directed by Tosin Igho (Seven) comes with another crime thriller, starring Richard Mofe Damijo, Stan Uze, Uzor Arukwe, Tina Mba and Omowunmi Dada. Suspicion will be available on Prime Video.
Nollywood TV Shows Available to Watch In October 2024
October 4
Style Magnate
Joseph Benjamin returns as the host of Style Magnate, an exciting new fashion and design competition premiering on Showmax. Twenty emerging designers will compete for a grand prize of 100 million Naira. Joining him on the show is fashion icon Mai Atafo, who steps in as the show’s Maestro, while acclaimed stylist Yolanda Okereke takes on the role of Fashion Principal.
October 11
Inside Life
Clarence Peters takes Netflix with Inside Life, a gritty new drama series set in a Lagos prison. The series explores the harsh realities of life in the city, following the intersecting stories of a man pushed to the edge, a loyal sister, and a driven woman. As their lives collide, the darker, unspoken truths of Nigeria’s largest city come to light. Starring Gabriel Afolayan, Scarlett Gomez, Meg Otanwa, Jigan Babaoja, Jide Kosoko, and Zack Orji.
October 31
The Smart Money Woman S2
Ladies, it’s time to take control of your finances! The Smart Money Woman returns for its highly anticipated second season this month on YouTube. The cast, Osas Ighodaro, Eby Eno, Ini Dima-Okojie, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, and Toni Tones return, with new challenges, new faces but the same strong sisterhood.
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The Men’s Club S5
Get ready for some more fun and heat this new season as new additions joins the OGs at the Men’s club. This new group are four fresh faces: Kashope, Francis, Obinna, and Tokini, younger, wild, free, and ready to reconnect while leaning on each other through life’s twists. Coming to Prime Video.
International Movies Available to Watch In October 2024
October 3
House of Spoils
In House of Spoils, a chef opens her first restaurant where she battles kitchen chaos, a dubious investor, crushing self-doubts and the powerful spirit of the estate’s previous owner who threatens to sabotage her at every turn.The supernatural horror stars Ariana DeBose, Barbie Ferreira, Arian Moayed, Marton Csokas, Amara Karan. House of Spoils premieres on Prime Video.
October 4
The Platform 2
The Platform 2 is a sequel 2024 Spanish satirical sci-fi film directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia. Set in the dystopian world of the original The Platform, it once again takes viewers to the Vertical Self-Management Center, a prison where inmates live in a multi-floor structure, with each floor housing two prisoners. A platform of food descends daily, feeding the upper levels while leaving the lower levels desperate. The film stars Milena Smit and Hovik Keuchkerian and is set to premiere on Netflix.
Joker: Folie a Deux
Joker: Folie à Deux is a musical sequel to the critically acclaimed 2019 film Joker. Joaquin Phoenix reprises his role as Arthur Fleck, now a patient at Arkham State Hospital. Joining him is Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn (Harleen Quinzel). Set two years after the events of the first film, the psychological thriller follows Arthur and Harleen as they descend into shared madness, experiencing life through the lens of a musical. Meanwhile, Arthur’s followers outside the asylum begin a movement to free him. Joker: Folie a Deux is set to premiere in cinemas nationwide.
October 7
The Boy and The Heron
The Boy and The Heron is an Academy Award winning 2023 Japanese animated fantasy film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli. The story follows a young boy, Mahito Maki, who moves to the countryside after the tragic death of his mother. While adjusting to his new life, he discovers an abandoned tower near his home and enters a fantastical world, guided by a mysterious talking grey heron. It premieres on Netflix.
October 17
Brothers
It’s a full house -of stars as Josh Brolin, Peter Dinklage, Brendan Fraser, Glenn Close and Marisa Tomei take on this action comedy film telling the story of a reformed criminal whose attempt at going straight is derailed when he reunites with his sanity-testing twin brother on a road trip for the score of a lifetime. Brothers will be available to stream on Prime Video.
October 18
Smile 2
Smile 2, the psychological supernatural horror sequel to Smile (2022), returns to the cinemas with an all-new cast and plotline. This time, the film follows a pop singer who begins to experience a series of increasingly disturbing events just as she’s about to embark on a tour. Starring Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Lukas Gage, Smile 2 also sees Kyle Gallner reprise his role from the first film.
October 24
Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black
From the hallowed halls of Tyler Perry, comes another TV series, Beauty in Black a 16-episode drama premiering this season on Netflix. Set in Atlanta, the series intertwines the lives of a wealthy Black family at the helm of a hair care empire with an exotic dancer entangled in the hidden world of Magic City’s strip club scene. The show features Taylor Polidore Williams, Crystle Stewart, Amber Reign Smith, Ricco Ross, Debbi Morgan, and Richard Lawson.
October 25
Venom: The Last Dance
Marvel die-hards, the wait is almost over for the final Venom film! In the third instalment film, Eddie Brock and the symbiote Venom go on the run when they are hunted by both of their worlds. It stars Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple and Rhys Ifan, coming to the big screens.
October 28
Monkey Man
For his directorial debut, Dev Patel brings us Monkey Man, where he also stars as the titular character. The story follows a nameless young man who embarks on a vengeful mission against the corrupt officials responsible for his mother’s death, while also exploiting the vulnerable and powerless. Alongside Patel, the film features performances by Sikandar Kher, Sharlto Copley, Pitobash, and Vipin Sharma. Monkey Man is set to premiere on Showmax.
International TV Shows Available to in October 2024
October 3
Legend of Vox Machina S3
Action & Adventure + Humour = Vox Machina. It follows a group of eight unlikely heroes, who embark on an epic quest to defend the realm of Exandria from dark magical forces and grow from misfits into legendary champions. Coming soon to Prime Video.
Heartstopper
Alice Oseman’s popular TV show, adapted from her comic book series, returns for a heartwarming new season. However, this time around, the story delves into more serious issues, with Charlie facing challenges related to his eating disorder (ED) and Elle struggling with gender dysphoria as she navigates intimacy with Tao. Available on Netflix.
October 10
Outer Banks S4: Part 1
The Pogues are back for more action and adventure in the fourth season of Outer Banks, which will be split into two parts, each with five episodes. Starring Chase Stokes, Madelyn Cline, Rudy Pankow, Madison Bailey, Jonathan Daviss, and Carlacia Grant. The new season will be available on Netflix.
October 11
Hack S3
Funny takes three. Get ready for laughs! The Emmy-nominated show Hacks returns, spotlighting the comedic, yet complex, professional relationship between an up-and-coming comedy writer and a legendary stand-up icon. Starring Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, and Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Hacks returns to Showmax.
October 17
The Lincoln Lawyer: S3
After ending the last season on a cliffhanger, The Lincoln Lawyer returns to Netflix for a thrilling third season. Mickey Haller is now faced with his most personal case yet as he grapples with the shocking news of Gloria’s death. Her accused murderer reaches out to Mickey, pleading for him to prove his innocence. This season teases an intricate conspiracy surrounding her murder, hinting at someone setting Julian up for the crime, forcing Mickey to dive deep into dangerous territory to uncover the truth.
October 18
The Office Australia: S1
The popular mockumentary sitcom The Office has returned with an all-new Australian iteration featuring a fresh setting and a new female lead. This time, the story centers around Hannah, the manager of packaging company Flinley Craddick. When the Head Office announces plans to shut down her branch and switch to remote work, Hannah goes into full survival mode, making outrageous promises to keep her “work family” intact. Her staff, indulging her eccentric schemes, must endure Hannah’s increasingly absurd attempts to hit impossible targets. Starring Felicity Ward, Edith Poor, Steen Raskopoulos, Shari Sebbens, and Josh Thomson. This reboot is coming soon to Prime Video.
October 31
The Diplomat S2
Yes to more! More political Intrigue and more drama. The second season of The Diplomat, which follows Keri Russell’s Kate Wyler as the US Ambassador to the UK, will continue to focus on the investigation into the attack of an aircraft carrier that appears to have been the work of someone in the UK government and answer the question of which characters survived the car bombing. Coming to Netflix.
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