The Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, has consistently delivered remarkable movies that resonate with audiences both locally and internationally. These films, combining cultural richness with modern cinematic techniques, have achieved record-breaking revenues, solidifying Nollywood’s reputation as a powerhouse in global filmmaking. Here are the top 10 highest-grossing Nigerian movies of all time:
1.A Tribe Called Judah (2023)
Directed by Funke Akindele and Adeoluwa Owu, A Tribe Called Judah stands as the highest-grossing Nollywood film, earning an unprecedented ₦1.4 billion at the box office.
2. Battle on Buka Street (2022)
Another masterpiece by Funke Akindele, this touching and comedic tale, produced in collaboration with FilmOne, garnered an impressive ₦668 million at the Nigerian box office.
3. Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020)
Directed by Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz, Omo Ghetto: The Saga shattered records with a gross of ₦636 million, earning its place as one of Nollywood’s biggest hits.
4. The Wedding Party (2016)
A romantic comedy directed by Kemi Adetiba and produced by a joint venture of EbonyLife Films, FilmOne, Inkblot Productions, and Koga Studios, The Wedding Party amassed a staggering ₦452.3 million.
5. The Wedding Party 2 (2017)
Building on the success of its predecessor, The Wedding Party 2, directed by Niyi Akinmolayan, earned ₦433.2 million, cementing its legacy as one of Nollywood’s top films.
6. Chief Daddy (2018)
Produced by EbonyLife Films and directed by Niyi Akinmolayan, Chief Daddy delighted audiences and raked in ₦387 million at the box office.
7. Queen Lateefah (2024)
Produced by Captain of the Sea Productions and Wumi Toriola Productions, and directed by Adeoluwa Owu, this family drama earned an impressive ₦351 million, making it a standout success in Nollywood.
8. Brotherhood (2022)
Directed by Loukman Ali and produced by Greoh Studios, Brotherhood achieved a remarkable ₦328 million in box office revenue.
9. King of Thieves (2022)
A cultural Yoruba epic co-directed by Tope Adebayo and Adebayo Tijani, and produced by Euphoria360 Media and Anthill Studios, King of Thieves brought in ₦320.8 million.
10. Malaika (2023)
Produced by Toyin Abraham Films Production and directed by Steve Sodiya, Malaika secured its spot in Nollywood’s top earners with a revenue of ₦302.1 million.
These films not only reflect Nollywood’s ability to tell captivating stories but also its growing influence on the global stage, as it continues to evolve and attract larger audiences.
