August is looking steamy for Nollywood, and we’re not just talking about the heat outside. From pulse-racing thrillers to gripping dramas and historical epics, Nigerian filmmakers are pulling no punches with what’s coming to the big screen. Whether you’re a sucker for scandal, a lover of suspense, or just in the mood for a good laugh and some stellar storytelling, Nollywood has something sizzling just for you.
We’ve done the digging (so you don’t have to) and rounded up the top 3 confirmed movies set to premiere in Nigerian cinemas this August. Expect star-studded casts, bold plots, and twists that’ll have you shouting at the screen in true “na wa o!” fashion.
The Benefactor
Release Date: August 8, 2025
Director: Adeoluwa Owu
Cast: Bimbo Ademoye, Kunle Remi, Tobi Makinde, Joke Muyiwa, Kiitan Bukola, Akin Lewis
The Benefactor is about an upcoming singer, Titilade, who is trying to find her path in show business, unaware of the ambition and manipulation within the entertainment industry. Fortunately and unfortunately for her, she meets a benefactor who gives her the fame and everything she needed in the twinkle of an eye. But soon, the Benefactor comes with terms she couldn’t afford to agree to. With a cast that embodies their characters seamlessly, the film promises a gripping exploration of power dynamics and what really happens in the entertainment industry.
Revelations
Release Date: August 15, 2025
Director: Martins Samuel
Cast: Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Tega Mofe-Damijo, Chioma Akpotha, Tanya Price, Ryon Thomas, Nnamdi Kanaga, Alex Boyé.
The real-life father-son duo of RMD and Tega Mofe-Damijo brings an authentic emotional depth to their roles, enhancing the film’s exploration of familial bonds. Chioma Akpotha’s seasoned performance adds gravitas, while Tanya Price and Ryon Thomas bridge cultural narratives, enriching the story’s cross-continental appeal.
Revelations offers a unique blend of Nigerian and American storytelling, set against the backdrop of Utah’s landscapes and Lagos’s vibrant streets. A respected minister vanishes, prompting his daughter, a doctor from the U.S., to return home in search of answers. As she digs deeper, she uncovers a web of spiritual deceit and family secrets. The film is about a man who finds love in Utah, and when it seems like dreams come true, some people find it “fishy”. A doctor with skeletons in his closet (or first aid box) and with a cop who would go to any lengths to uncover them.
The real-life father-son duo of RMD and Tega Mofe-Damijo brings an authentic emotional depth to their roles, enhancing the film’s exploration of familial bonds. Chioma Akpotha’s seasoned performance adds gravitas, while Tanya Price and Ryon Thomas bridge cultural narratives, enriching the story’s cross-continental appeal.
Serpent’s Gift
Release Date: August 29, 2025
Director: Kayode Kasum
Cast: Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman, Stan Nze, Tina Mba, Daniel Etim-Effiong, Beverly Osu, Ric Hassani.
Nduka, a husband, a son , a brother, a benefactor dies and literally all hell breaks loose and the vultures come to eat in full. After the sudden death of her husband, Ijeoma finds herself entangled in a dangerous power struggle.
The Serpent’s Gift explores themes of tradition, inheritance, and the lengths one woman will go to protect her legacy.
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