Top Movie Picks to Watch in Cinemas or on Streaming Platforms This Weekend

From Nollywood hits to Hollywood blockbusters, this weekend offered a strong lineup of must-watch films. Two standout recommendations are Gingerrr and One Battle After Another, but there’s plenty more to choose from. Here’s what’s showing:

1. Gingerrr
Duration: 2hrs 30mins
Cast: Bisola Aiyeola, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Bolaji Ogunmola, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (KieKie)
Synopsis: Four women—strangers to each other—join forces to pull off one of the most daring heists ever attempted. But their success hinges on a number of unpredictable elements

2. One Battle After Another
Duration: 2hrs 41mins
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Regina Hall, Sean Penn
Synopsis: When a powerful old enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of former revolutionaries reunite for a dangerous mission: to save the kidnapped daughter of one of their own.

3. My Father’s Shadow
Duration: 1hr 40mins
Cast: Godwin Egbo, Wale Davies, Yetunde Coker, Lawrence Chu, Akerele David
Synopsis: Amid the turmoil of Nigeria’s 1993 election crisis, two brothers reconnect with their estranged father while navigating the tense streets of Lagos. Their journey reveals the city’s complexities and the harsh reality of their father’s life.

4. Ibobo: The Blind Seer
Duration: 1hr 30mins
Cast: Pete Edochie, Alex Osifo, Gideon Okeke, Nkem Owoh
Synopsis: A mystic named Ogidiga is betrayed by the king he tries to help, leading to chaos and death. His spirit returns, sparking a deadly war between kingdoms. Only Ibobo, a blind seer, holds the key to the truth and the fate of both realms.

5. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
Duration: 1hr 48mins
Cast: Billy Magnussen, Margot Robbie, Shelby Simmons
Synopsis: David sets out for a wedding in an old car guided by an unusual GPS. Along the way, he meets Sarah. Together, they embark on a whimsical journey that leads them through striking landscapes and emotional revelations—forcing them to decide what kind of future they want together.