New Nollywood Movies You Should See in June 2025

June is sizzling with a lineup of red-hot Nollywood releases featuring gripping stories, cultural flair, fierce female leads and edge-of-your-seat thrills. Nollywood’s June 2025 offerings are rich, bold, and brilliantly told. Whether you’re streaming from your couch or grabbing popcorn at your favourite cinema, here’s an ultimate watchlist for you:

1. The Fire and The Moth - Streaming from June 3 on Prime Video

If you love action with a cultural twist, “The Fire and The Moth” is your must-watch pick. Directed by Taiwo Egunjobi and penned by Isaac Ayodeji, the film lights a fire under a smuggler who makes off with a priceless Ife bronze head, unleashing mayhem across a small Nigerian town. Expect high-stakes chase sequences, gritty backdrops, and ethical dilemmas wrapped in explosive suspense.

Starring Jimmy Jean-Louis, Tayo Faniran, Ini Dima Okojie and  Ugoh Amanda, this film promises raw performances from a power trio. 

2. Red Circle – In Cinemas from June 6

Grab your notepad, this one's for the investigative minds. “Red Circle”, directed by Akay Mason and penned by Abdul Tijani-Ahmed, follows a journalist who dives headfirst into the dangerous mystery behind her best friend’s murder.

The movie stars veteran actors Bukky Wright, Folu Storms, Tobi Bakre, Timini Egbuson, Omowunmi Dada, and Mike Afolarin, among others. This film promises raw performances from a power trio. Tobi channels his rugged charm as the anti-hero, 

3. Iyalode – In Cinemas from June 6

Hold onto your gele “Iyalode” is a cultural reset. A Yoruba-language epic by the powerhouse herself, Toyin Abraham, this film digs deep into themes of power, tradition and womanhood. Directed by Toyin Abraham and backed by FilmOne Entertainment, this is one of the most anticipated releases of the year.

The cast includes Kehinde Bankole, Gabriel Afolayan, Muyiwa Ademola, Bukky Wright, Wale Ojo, Iyabo Ojo, Ibrahim Chatta, and Peju Ogunmola. Expect a powerful narrative steeped in tradition and resilience.

4. Unclaimed – In Cinemas from June 20

Nollywood’s queen of emotion Biodun Stephen returns with “Unclaimed”, a story about survival, trauma, and the fight to reclaim power. With minimal plot spoilers out so far, we know it’s going to be a heart-wrencher.

Get ready to clutch your chest, this one’s going to hurt, in the best way.

5. Mending – In Cinemas from June 27

You may want to bring tissues for this one. “Mending”, directed by Robert Peters, is a story about emotional scars, healing and the long journey back to love and truth.

It stars Shaffy Bello, Nancy Isime, Omowunmi Dada, Ademola Adedoyin, Enyinna Nwigwe, and more. It’s a tender, beautiful close to a month full of action and adrenaline.

Each story is rich with quality stories to learn from, with standout performances, diverse themes, and unforgettable characters.