We all can agree that when it comes to Nollywood horror movies, directors and producers are putting in the effort to produce the best. If you are the type who loves the feeling of unexplained scary mysteries, this article is for you. In this article, we list the top 5 Nigerian Nollywood Horror movies you should binge-watch.
Below are 5 Nollywood horror movies you can watch in the comfort of your home
Ile Owo
Ile Owo, produced by Kayode Kasum premiered in cinemas worldwide on June 24, 2022. The movie centered around the life of a young nurse, who was unlucky with love until she met the perfect man, a handsome billionaire, only for her to find out that his family harbors some deep, dark secrets.
Dare Olaitan directed the movie and featured top-notch actors, including Tina Mba, Akin Lewis, Efa Iwara, Mofe Duncan, Sophie Alakija, Demola Adedoyin, and Temisan Emmanuel, among others.
Juju Stories
Juju Stories is a movie produced by Oge Obasi and Francis Nebot and it explores three different stories on the concept of black magic (Juju) in contemporary Lagos, Nigeria.
The storyline of the movie can be described as an anthology film and it was directed by CJ Fiery Obasi, Abba Makama, and Micheal Omonua.
The film features actors like Emeka Amakeze, Paul Utomi, Timini Egbuson, Micheal Ejoor, and Adebukola Oladipupo among others.
The Origin: Madam KoiKoi
One of the Nollywood horror movies is The Origin: Madam Koi Koi and after its debut on Netflix on October 31, 2023, got everyone talking about the mystery it unearths. The story was written by Jay Franklyn Jituboh and Dale Falola and it tells the story of a dark spirit who after being forgotten for many years reawakens to seek vengeance and now the community must pay the price.
The movie stars top actors like Ireti Doyle, Chioma Akpotha, Iremide Adeoye, and Chuks Joseph among others.
Living in Bondage
The movie tells the story of A man who was the son of a former member of the Brotherhood of Six, a cult group. Because he was an ambitious man, he was also initiated to the dark side with the promise of money and fame. After some time, he realized that he had bitten more than he could chew. You will enjoy this movie if you enjoy movies with blood and rituals.
The Mystic River
Mystic River tells the story of the strange disappearances of pregnant women in a rural village. The arrival of a doctor sheds more light on the mystery and she discovered that the strange disappearances are connected to a horrific tradition that needs to be stopped. This movie is for you If you are a fan of traditional Nigerian movies.
Whether you enjoy watching horror movies alone or with your family and friends, these movies listed above should be your go-to when confused about what to watch. They will either make you scream, cry, or even run out of the room when watching some scenes. Don’t forget to grab your popcorn as you watch.
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