Deyemi Okanlawon
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Biography: Deyemi Okanlawon is a Nigerian film, television, theatre, and voice actor.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Not available
Adult: No
Birthday: April 19, 1981
Age: 44 years old
Gender: Other
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The Wait
Overview: Faith becomes a beacon for people struggling with family, career ambition and romantic longing in this adaptation of Yewande Zaccheaus' popular book.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-04-30
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Swallow
Overview: Set in the 1980s, Tolani Ajao is a bank secretary in Lagos, who finds herself persuaded by her friend Rose Adamson to enter the world of drug trafficking.
Genres: Drama History Thriller Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-10-01
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House 69
Overview: A young man receives a parcel wrongly addressed to his apartment. This triggers a series of life threatening events for him and his friends.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-08-18
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Love In A Pandemic
Overview: Directed by Akay Mason and written by Abosi Ogba, the film captures a love story that happens amidst one of the most unforgettable moments in human history, the COVID-19 pandemic. It follows the story of Bolanle, who meets Alex, the man of her dreams, but how does their new flame survive the uncertain world of a pandemic?
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-02-10
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Domitilla
Overview: Four prostitutes who find themselves at a crossroad must join forces in this tale of survival.
Genres: Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-04-07
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Sistá
Overview: A struggling single mother faces her worst nightmare when the father of her children returns accidentally into their lives and completely steals their attention all for himself whilst trying to make amends for past sins.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-08-05
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Lockdown
Overview: The film is based on Nigerian medical doctor Ameyo Adadevoh who was credited with having curbed a wider spread of the Ebola virus in Nigeria by placing the patient zero, Patrick Sawyer.
Genres: Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-05-28
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The Stranger I know
Overview: Janet, an upcoming actor, got her very first lead role in a big budget Nollywood movie, moves to Lagos, and finds herself falling in love with Jonathan, her short-let landlord, a guy she just met. They have so much in common in a very strange and scary way. Is it just a mere coincidence or there's more to it than meet the eye?
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-08-19
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Osato
Overview: Embark on a journey through love, betrayal, and redemption as a gripping tale that transcends boundaries, unfolds before your eyes.This official trailer offers a tantalising glimpse into the intricate web of emotions that await.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-12-08
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My Blood
Overview: After her estranged father’s death, Oluchi , an upcoming musician is forced to confront her true self and past mistakes. She reconnects with her daughter through their love for music. However, the echoes from the past spring from every corner, threatening to bring them down.
Genres: Drama Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-08-26
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Jolly Roger
Overview: One fateful night, an encounter at a police checkpoint manned by two drunk Officers sets off a chain of events that turns Brume and Najite's blissful lives upside down and leads them on a journey of greed, deception and murder. Directed by
Genres: Crime Thriller Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-05-07
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Elesin Oba: The King's Horseman
Overview: Inspired by true life events, in the Oyo Empire in the 1940's, Elesin Oba, the king's chief horseman, succumbs to the lure of beauty and sexual desire on the very evening he is set to die in order to fulfil his lifelong debt of ritual suicide to accompany the dead Alaafin to the realm of the ancestors, he derails from a very important generational and spiritual transaction. This sets in motion a series of catastrophic consequences, in a spell-binding film of emotions, humour, and tragic role reversals that puts ancient beliefs and customs on trial in an ever increasingly post-modern and Western world.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-09-10
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Our President's Money
Overview: A series of unconnected incidents pits six hateful individuals against each other over a large amount of money in a house where no one can leave for seven days due to an ongoing nationwide lockdown.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-10-14
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Brotherhood
Overview: After years of fighting to survive on the streets of Lagos, two brothers fall on opposite sides of the law. The bonds of brotherhood are put to the ultimate test as one joins a Taskforce that hunts down the other and his gang.
Genres: Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-09-23
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All's fair in love
Overview: They are living the dream – their fashion business is booming, and their friendship bond is unbreakable. That is until they both fall in love with the beautiful Mbali, a woman who enters their lives like a whirlwind. Initially unaware of their feelings, becomes the object of their affection, setting the stage for an intense love triangle.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-02-14
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A Green Fever
Overview: Things get unnerving when a suave realtor and his sick daughter take refuge in a mysterious mansion after a medical emergency in the middle of nowhere.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-11-09
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Day of Destiny
Overview: The thrilling adventure of Chidi and Rotimi, teenagers who get a magical chance to travel back in time and change their broke parents' past.
Genres: Science Fiction Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-10-30
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Dead Serious
Overview: A romantic comedy starring Nollywood veteran Nkem Owoh. When tragedy strikes, a heartbroken Jonny embarks on hilarious attempts to end his life, but ends up discovering the beauty of life.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-02-25
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The King
Overview: A legendary deity who defends the poor squares off with a ruthless police chief when he reincarnates as a crime boss devoted to wealth redistribution.
Genres: Action Fantasy
Original Language: yo
Release Date: 2023-08-25
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Dreams
Overview: Four close friends with big dreams who live together in the slums struggle to overcome their lowly circumstances, and realise that the journey to greatness is one that must be bravely fought for.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-01-16
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A Fire In The Rain
Overview: A young couple is forced to confront their demons when their only daughter is given weeks to live.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-04-12
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Troubled Waters
Overview: A greedy son aims to claim his father's wealth as his rightful inheritance through devious means. Leveraging on the mental state of the heir apparent, he leaves no stone unturned while carrying out this mission.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-09
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It’s About Your Husband
Overview: A married man invites his girlfriend into his matrimonial home while his wife is on a business trip. He lives to regret his actions when he discovers that the two women have coincidentally met at a job interview and will be working together.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-03-12
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The Diary of A Crazy Nigerian Woman
Overview: Emeka lost his job on account of his faithfulness to his wife but he kept the real reason from her. They now have to relocate to a poor community and adapt to their new life.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-05-03
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Taxi
Overview: A young writer embarks on a journey to find out more about the taxi business in Lagos by becoming a taxi driver, he meets a young lady along the way and becomes fond of her.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-05-31
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Social Media 101
Overview: Social media 101 gives a highlight of people’s lifestyle on social media through the eyes of 3 young women (Ada, Emelda and Gina); Ada is a Baker who puts up pictures/Videos of her works hoping to get patronage but meets her Waterloo. Emelda who filters and photoshops everything (boobs, Hips, Skin tone) she posts on social media soon catches the attention of an American based business tycoon who falls in love with one of her Photoshopped pictures until an unexpected turn of events reveals shocking truths. Gina the married one has a restrain from her husband to post anything that concerns him on social which leads to suspicions and hidden secrets.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-09-06
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The Royal Hibiscus Hotel
Overview: A disillusioned London chef visits Nigeria and struggles with her matchmaking mother and restoring the family's rundown hotel. She's heartbroken when she discovers the man she loves is buying it.
Genres: Romance Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-02-10
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Your Excellency
Overview: A bumbling billionaire businessman and failed Presidential candidate Chief Olalekan Ajadi is very much obsessed with US President Donald Trump. Just when his political campaign looks on the verge of another flop disaster, Ajadi is anointed by a majority party and becomes a tough credible contender with the assistance of powerful social media.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-12-13
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Prophetess
Overview: Ajoke, a local prophetess, makes a bogus prediction about a football match which sets off a chain of events beyond her control...
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: yo
Release Date: 2021-04-02
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2 Weeks in Lagos
Overview: 2 Weeks in Lagos is a turbulent and thrilling journey into the lives of Ejikeme and Lola. Their lives collide when Ejikeme, an investment banker, comes home from the United States with Lola's brother Charlie to invest in Nigerian businesses. 2 Weeks in Lagos captures the excitement, vibrancy, and complexity of everyday life in Lagos, a dynamic city where anything is possible in 2 weeks.
Genres: Romance Drama Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-10-19
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3 Working Days
Overview: A desperate man holds up a bank, taking the staff and customer hostage with an ultimatum to process his delayed transaction. Unknown to him, his move has disrupted the plans of a deadly gang that has planned to attack the same bank.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-10-18
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The Waiter
Overview: Happy-go-lucky but down-on-his-luck Akpos resumes at Crystal Hotel for a day-job as a waiter. He has been hired by a private firm as part of the catering team for the Minister of Poverty Alleviation and her well-heeled colleagues who are launching a scheme to aid the poor.
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-12-20
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Atiko
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Original Language: yo
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Radio Voice
Overview: A sex worker, widower and the staff of a has-been radio station collide in this riveting tale of second chances and redemption.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-04-11
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