The 8 Best Movies To Watch If You Liked ‘Chief Daddy’

Chief Daddy is a Nigerian comedy film released in 2019, directed by Niyi Akinmolayan. The film centres around the sudden death of a wealthy businessman, Chief Beecroft, who leaves behind multiple families and numerous children, all of whom are fighting for a share of his fortune. As the various family members navigate their complex relationships and ambitions, they must come to terms with the will and the chaotic dynamics of their inheritance.

The film explores themes of family, greed, and the pursuit of wealth, all wrapped in humour and satire. It features a star-studded cast, including Funke Akindele, Racheal Oniga, and Jim Iyke, and showcases the blend of African cultural norms with modern-day comedic sensibilities. Chief Daddy received mixed positive reviews for its entertaining plot and strong performances.

Here are the eight best movies to watch if you liked Chief Daddy.

1. Bling Lagosians (2019)

Although it was released some time ago, Bling Lagosians remains fresh in the minds of many viewers due to its compelling exploration of social and economic disparities within the wealthy elite. The film expertly delves into the power dynamics at play within a family torn apart by legacies and well-guarded secrets. Like most family dramas, Bling Lagosians showcases complex relationships and the tension that arises when fortune and ambition collide. Given its strong reception, it’s curious that a sequel has yet to materialise, leaving fans eagerly awaiting Bling Lagosians 2 to continue the saga.

2. Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020)

 Much like Chief Daddy, Omo Ghetto is a comedy-drama that centres on family relationships, loyalty, and conflict. The film features a diverse ensemble cast, blending humour and drama as it explores themes of family rivalry, unexpected twists, and personal transformation—echoing the chaotic family dynamics seen in Chief Daddy. Directed by Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz, Omo Ghetto also shares a similar comedic style, and notably features Funke Akindele in a prominent role, adding a sense of continuity between the two films.

3. Bad Comments (2021)

 In the film, an accomplished actor who had painstakingly worked his way to stardom sees his hard-earned reputation tarnished by a single viral video that sweeps across the internet, bringing his career crashing down.  This movie mixes humour and drama while dealing with the effects of fame, social media, and family relationships. Similar to Chief Daddy, it involves characters navigating complex family situations, social expectations, and personal dilemmas, with a comedic backdrop. Starring Jim Iyke, alongside co-stars Sharon Ooja and Osas Ighodaro, Bad Comments is a gripping film that runs for 2 hours and 9 minutes, making it a worthy watch. Directed by Moses Inwang, the movie offers an engaging narrative that keeps viewers hooked from start to finish.

4. The Ghost and the Tout Too (2021)

Isla, a gifted young woman who has the special ability to communicate with spirits, must use her powers to help the coma patient Amoke, whose soul is stuck between life and death. This comedy-drama focuses on quirky, outlandish situations involving family and relationships. It features a strong, humorous female lead, Toyin Abraham and highlights the blending of family values with absurd scenarios, similar to how Chief Daddy portrays unexpected family drama.

5. Your Excellency (2020)

Your Excellency blends political satire with family humour, much like how Chief Daddy mixes wealth, inheritance, and family drama with comedic situations. Both films highlight the absurdities of ambition and how family members react when they’re caught up in something bigger than themselves. Chief Olalekan Ajadi, a bumbling, billionaire businessman and failed presidential candidate, is obsessed with Donald Trump. Just when his campaign looks set to be another disaster, Ajadi is anointed by a major party and becomes a credible contender, all through the power of social media. Bad Comments also features a talented cast, including Funke Akindele and Falz, who both were stars in Chief Daddy. Notably, this movie marked Funke Akindele’s directorial debut.

6. Breaded Life (2021)

   While Breaded Life is more romantic, it shares Chief Daddy’s focus on family expectations, social status, and personal struggles. In Breaded Life, After everyone in his life mysteriously forgets him, a young man is forced to seek help from the local bread seller after he realises that he’s the only one who can remember him. Like Chief Daddy, it involves characters trying to balance love, personal desires, and family pressures, with humour sprinkled throughout.

7. Rattle Snake: The Ahanna Story (2020)

This 2hr 25mn Action/Thriller is even more action-oriented, this film features family loyalty and betrayal, themes that are also central to Chief Daddy. Both films explore how complex family relationships can become when power or personal ambition is involved. Rattle Snake is a movie that remains consistent with the plot throughout. 

8. The Beads (2024)

Directed by Moyin Sage and produced by Akinbayo Morakinyo of H-Debay Production. This tells the story of a bride-to-be’s wedding day that ends up being her day of death as she fights for her life in the hope of turning back the hands of time—a journey through the tangled web of human emotions. While this may not share the same theme or comedic value as Chief Daddy, it  still embraces the Nigerian culture and explores romantic entanglements, family expectations, and personal dilemmas.