It is the New Year, so Nigerian Nollywood filmmakers have an excellent opportunity to impress us with newly released movies and series in 2025.
As we look forward to the films being released this January, we have compiled a list of movies and series coming out this month. The film industry has shown that these filmmakers consistently push the boundaries of creativity with each new production made available to the public.
In January, we are excited to highlight these upcoming movies and series, each of which has the potential to leave you amazed and showcase the talent within the Nollywood film industry.
- Katangari Goes to Town (January 4)
Released on Prime Video, the movie tells the story of a retired police inspector turned vigilante who is forced to solve the mystery surrounding his cousin’s murder in Abuja. “Katangari Goes to Town” was written by Emil Garuba and directed by Steve Gukas and Dotun Olakunri, and stars Segun Arinze, Ireti Doyle, Sani Mu’azu, Bethel Njoku, Gbubemi Ejeye, and Munachi Abii.
- Lisabi: A Star is Born (January 10)
The second part of the Lisabi movie returns this year on Netflix. Part one focused on the life of an Egba warrior farmer, Lisabi, from a town in Igbehin who led his people through their fight for independence from the shackles of the antagonists: the Oyo Empire. “Lisabi: The Uprising” stars Ibrahim Itele Yekini, Odunlade Adekola, Lateef Adedimeji, Femi Adebayo, Eniola Ajao, Mo Bimpe, Liquorose Afije, and Ibrahim Chattah.
- Cheta’M Season 2 (January 10)
The second season of Cheta’M will return to Showmax as the love story of Adanna and Nnanna continues. The drama series features Oluchi Amajuoyi, Kingsley Nwachukwu, Ruby Okezie, Kalu Ikeagwu, Nonso Odogwu, and Nnamdi Agbo.
- Under the Influence (January 24)
The new Showmax series tells the story of Dami, a third-class graduate who unexpectedly gains fame after a viral social media rant about his overbearing millennial brother. The series features Iremide Adeoye, Bobby Ekpe, Eva Ibiam, and Fumbi Ibitoye.
- Something about the Briggs (January 31)
Though the movie’s plot remains a mystery, it is set to focus intensely on wealth, family, and marriage. The movie’s cast includes Bukky Wright, Liz Benson, Rita Dominic, Kalu Ikeagwu, Elma Mbadiwe, Gloria Anozie Young, Iyabo Ojo, Stan Nze, Kanaga Jnr, Daniel Etim Effiong, Kenneth Okoli, Linda Ejiofor, and Ariyiike Owolagba.
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