August is proving to be a powerhouse month for both Nollywood and Netflix, with fresh releases, surprise re-entries, and a few global blockbusters stealing attention. Whether you’re staying in with jollof and fanta or stepping out to the cinemas, here are 10 movies buzzing right now that you don’t want to miss before the month wraps:

1. To Kill a Monkey

Kemi Adetiba strikes again. After King of Boys, she brings us an 8-part crime series that’s as sharp as a Lagos hustler at dawn. Betrayals, power plays, family ties, this series feels too close to home, and that’s why it works. Still trending deep into August, this is the Nollywood project making waves on Netflix worldwide.

2. Straw

Taraji P. Henson’s gut-punch performance as Janiyah, a single mum caught in systemic neglect, hasn’t stopped sparking conversations since its June release. In August, it’s still pulling audiences back with its raw emotion, female solidarity, and desperate standoff that leaves you breathless. If you haven’t seen it yet, stop stalling.

3. Tòkunbò

Ramsey Nouah directs this action-packed Nollywood drama that’s giving Hollywood thrillers a run for their money. Dark, gritty, and unapologetically Nigerian, Tòkunbò has remained one of the most-streamed Nollywood titles this August.

4. 28 Years Later 

Danny Boyle’s long-awaited return to his post-apocalyptic horror world has people rushing back to cinemas. Viral outbreaks, raw survival energy, and relentless suspense, you already know it’s a cult continuation in the making.

5. Iyalode

The Yoruba epic is still drawing crowds into cinemas. With Toyin Abraham embodying regal power, betrayal, and legacy battles, Iyalode is Nollywood grandeur at its finest. Think Game of Thrones but draped in Yoruba heritage and culture-rich dialogue.

6. The Thursday Murder Club

Want something lighter before the month ends? This witty British mystery based on the bestseller is set to premiere, following a group of retirees solving crimes better than the police. It’s Agatha Christie, but with banter and WiFi.

7. Inside Job 

This Kenyan heist dramedy about cousins plotting revenge on a corrupt boss is quirky, warm, and clever. Its mix of comedy, sibling rivalry, and social commentary keeps it buzzing beyond East Africa; Nigeria is streaming it too.

8. A Lagos Love Story

Romance in Lagos is always messy, fast, and fun, and this Nollywood rom-com captures it all. It’s been steady on Netflix charts in Nigeria through August; sweet, relatable, and perfect for a cosy night in.

9. Stolen: Heist of the Century

True-crime lovers, this one’s for you. The infamous diamond heist retold with cinematic flair is the binge-worthy, high-stakes thriller everyone’s still talking about this month.

10. Suky

A March release, but still landing blows in August. This underground Yoruba boxing thriller combines raw intensity with spiritual undertones, proving it has staying power.

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August’s clocking out soon. Make sure your stories don’t leave with it.