Action-Packed: Top 10 Nigerian Action Movies on Prime Video

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Nollywood is fast leaving the stereotype of doing mostly romantic movies filled with dialogue, and arguments where actors yell and scream at each other all shot indoors.

Today, some Nollywood producers are leaving this comfort zone and foraging into the uncharted waters of action-filled movies.

I mean, it gets boring watching Mercy Johnson cast as a priestess and the mouthpiece of the gods, or Timini working his lover-boy magic on some damsel in distress.

Now let's treat you to a potpourri of Nollywood action movies primarily on Amazon Prime Video that offers a selection of thrilling Nigerian films.

Here's a roundup of ten must-watch Nigerian action movies available on the platform-- Amazon Prime. 

Top 10 Nigerian Action Movies on Prime Video

• '76 (2016)
• The Trade (2023)
• KM17 (2023)
• Black November (2012)
• Couple of Days (2016)
• King of Thieves (2022)
• Ojukokoro (Greed) (2016)
• Slow Country" (2017)
• Brotherhood (2022)

1. '76 (2016)

Synopsis: Based on Real events set against the backdrop of the 1976 military coup in Nigeria when General Murtala Muhammad was toppled.

This political thriller follows the story of a young military officer accused of being involved in the assassination plot against the Head of State.

Director: Izu Ojukwu

Cast: Ramsey Nouah, Rita Dominic, Chidi Mokeme

Amazon Prime Rating: 4.1/5

76 seamlessly aligns with historical events with a gripping narrative, showcasing the tension and uncertainty of a pivotal moment in Nigerian history.

2. The Trade (2013)

Synopsis: Inspired by true events.

The story revolves around a notorious and very cunning kidnapper known only by name, who has ravaged the southern part of Nigeria for over a decade, he undertakes a job that could lead to his eventual capture and arrest as he gets a close shave with the law. 

Director:Jade Osiberu

Cast: Blossom Chukwujekwu, Rita Dominic, Ali Nuhu, Stan Nze, Tonia Okojie

Amazon Prime Rating: 4.4/5

The Wages offers a window into life in the oil-rich Niger Delta and the nuances that come with keeping this region in check, with the intense action sequences and a compelling storyline that delivers the plot.

3. KM17 (2023)

Synopsis: This thriller centers on two sisters entangled with a psychopathic taxi driver obsessed with resurrection. When one sister is kidnapped as a sacrifice, the other must race against time to save her.

Director: Lyndsey F. Efejuku

Cast: Blossom Chukwujekwu, Theresa Edem, Tonia Okojie

Amazon Prime Rating: 4.3/5

KM 17 is a Movie with a very dark team, it takes a closer look at one of the most neglected crimes on our highways, kidnapping, and ritual killings.

4. Black November (2012)

Synopsis: An uprising with dangerous implications breaks out in a Nigerian village due to government corruption and foreign oil interests, leading to a tense hostage situation in Los Angeles.

Director: Jeta Amata

Cast: Mbong Amata, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Mickey Rourke

Amazon Prime Rating: 3.7/5

Another movie on this list whose theme one again centers on the activities of the Nigerian downstream sector

This action-thriller provides a unique blend of Nigerian and Hollywood elements, addressing important social issues through its intense narrative.

5. Couple of Days (2016)

Synopsis: What starts as a relaxing vacation for three couples turns into a fight for survival when they become entangled with dangerous criminals.

Director: Tolu Awobiyi (LordTanner)

Cast: Lilian Esoro, Ademola Adedoyin, Kiki Omeili

Amazon Prime Rating: 3.6/5

While primarily a dramedy, Couple of Days features unexpected twists in the plot indicative of a properly written script, and this adds another layer of excitement to its entertaining plot.

6. King of Thieves (2022)

Synopsis: Set in a mythical world, this epic tale follows Ageshinkole, a bandit who terrorizes the kingdom of Ajeromi. The citizens must find a way to stop him before he wreaks further havoc.

Director: Adebayo Tijani, Tope Adebayo

Cast: Femi Adebayo, Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi, Odunlade Adekola, Lateef Adedimeji, Ibrahim Chatta

Amazon Prime Rating:4.5/5

7. Gangs of Lagos (2023)

Synopsis: This crime drama follows Obalola and his childhood friends as they navigate the treacherous underworld of Isale Eko, a slum in Lagos. After losing both his biological and adopted fathers to violence, Obalola seeks vengeance and rises to power within the criminal hierarchy.

Director: Jade Osiberu

Cast: Tobi Bakre, Chike Osemele, Adesua Etomi-Wellington

Amazon Prime Rating: 4.5/5

8. Slow Country (2017)

Synopsis: A single mother working as a prostitute to support her son gets entangled with dangerous criminals and must fight her way out.

Director: Eric Aghimien

Cast: Ivie Okujaye, Sambasa Nzeribe, Majid Michel

Amazon Prime Rating: 3.7/5

Slow Country delivers a deep and introspective plot,  not forgetting the action and a powerful story of redemption against the many vagaries of Lagos's criminal underworld.

 9. Brotherhood (2022)

Synopsis: The film revolves around two brothers on opposite sides of the law—one a police officer and the other a criminal mastermind. Their conflicting paths lead to intense confrontations that test their bond.

Director: Loukman Ali

Cast: Falz, Tobi Bakre, Folarin 'Falz' Falana, Deyemi Okanlawon

Amazon Prime Rating: 3.9/5

This high-octane action thriller showcases intense fight scenes and car chases, offering a Nigerian take on the classic undercover cop story.

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