- The dream of every filmmaker is most likely to make a box-office hit film
- In the ever-competitive Nollywood film industry, how many have truly achieved that?
- TheRadar compiled a list of the highest-grossing Nollywood films of all time
What truly makes a box office hit film? Some might say it is popularity or story or even money. Regardless, some films have cracked the code.
Blending relatable storytelling, unexpected plot twists, comedy and captivating movie PR teasers, some filmmakers have been to keep their films on the lips of viewers.
Becoming a box office sensation, A Tribe Called Judah by ace actress and director, Funke Akindele is currently on the top of the ladder for the highest-grossing Nollywood film ever.
Following the story of five brothers who would go to any length to save their mother, even if it means robbing a mall, A Tribe Called Judah raked over N1 billion in 2023 during its theatrical release.
From Sugar Rush, The Wedding Party, and Mailaka, TheRadar curated a full list of all the Nollywood films that have risen as the Top 10 highest-grossing films of all time in descending order. See list below:
10 Highest-grossing Nollywood films of all time you should know
- Sugar Rush (2019) — N287,060,270 — Number 10
- Malaika (2023) — N302,725,325 — Number 9
- King of Thieves (2022) — N320,805,150 — Number 8
- Brotherhood (2022) — N328,917,120 — Number 7
- Chief Daddy (2018) — N387,540, 749 — Number 6
- The Wedding Party 2 (2017) —N433,197,377 — Number 5
- The Wedding Party (2016) —N452,288,605 —Number 4
- Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020) —N636,129,120 — Number 3
- Battle on Buka Street (2022) —N668,423,056 —Number 2
- A Tribe Called Judah (2023) —N1,404,207,541— Number 1
6 highly anticipated Nollywood titles in September
A new month means new movie dates, and what better way is there than to settle for a great movie?
To save movie lovers stress, TheRadar spotlighted 6 highly anticipated Nollywood titles you should add to your calendar this September.
