The Nigerian film industry, also known as Nollywood, has seen significant growth in recent years. With an increasing number of productions and releases, it is no surprise that the industry has produced some of the highest-grossing films in the country. In this article, we take a look at the top 10 highest-grossing Nigerian films of all time.
- Living in Bondage: Breaking Free
The sequel to the 1992 classic “Living in Bondage,” “Living in Bondage: Breaking Free” was released in 2019 and quickly rose to the top of the charts. The film tells the story of a man who becomes involved in a cult in order to gain wealth and success, but ultimately pays a heavy price for his actions. With a budget of over $1 million, the film grossed over $5 million at the box office, making it the highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time.
- The Wedding Party 2: Destination Dubai
“The Wedding Party 2: Destination Dubai” is the sequel to the 2016 hit film “The Wedding Party.” The film follows the lavish destination wedding of a Nigerian couple in Dubai and the comedic events that ensue. With a budget of $1.5 million, the film grossed over $4 million at the box office, making it the second highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time.
- Chief Daddy
“Chief Daddy” is a 2018 comedy-drama film that tells the story of a wealthy businessman and his family after his death. The film features an all-star cast including Funke Akindele, Kate Henshaw, and Nkem Owoh. With a budget of $800,000, the film grossed over $3 million at the box office, making it the third highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time.
- 10 Days in Sun City
“10 Days in Sun City” is a 2017 romantic comedy film that follows a couple as they spend 10 days in the South African luxury resort, Sun City. The film stars AY Makun, Richard Mofe Damijo, and Juliet Ibrahim. With a budget of $700,000, the film grossed over $2.5 million at the box office, making it the fourth highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time.
- The Arbitration
“The Arbitration” is a 2016 legal drama film that tells the story of a young woman who accuses her former boss of sexual harassment and takes him to arbitration. The film stars OC Ukeje, Ireti Doyle, and Gbenga Akinnagbe. With a budget of $500,000, the film grossed over $2 million at the box office, making it the fifth highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time.
- A Trip to Jamaica
“A Trip to Jamaica” is a 2016 romantic comedy film that follows a couple as they travel to Jamaica for their honeymoon. The film stars AY Makun, Funke Akindele, and Nse Ikpe-Etim. With a budget of $450,000, the film grossed over $1.5 million at the box office, making it the sixth highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time.
