The Nigerian box office thrived in 2024, fueled by Nollywood hits and Hollywood blockbusters. The top 10 films alone raked in ₦4.91 billion, with December contributing over ₦2.8 billion. 

Let’s talk about the movies that dominated the Nigerian box office this year! From Nollywood gems to Hollywood blockbusters, 2024 was packed with cinematic hits.

Here’s a quick look at the top 10 films that thrilled audiences and broke records.

10. Ajosepo

• Gross: ₦257.3M

• A heartfelt story of estranged brothers, this Kayode Kasum-directed film wowed audiences with stellar performances by Timini and Mercy Aigbe.

9. Mufasa: The Lion King

• Gross: ₦309M

• Disney’s prequel delivered nostalgia and action, becoming a December favourite with its roaring success.

8. Venom: The Last Dance (Venom 3)

• Gross: ₦317.8M

• Superhero fans flocked to cinemas for this action-packed thrill, making it one of the year’s top Hollywood hits in Nigeria.

7. Queen Lateefah

• Gross: ₦365.5M

• Nollywood shined bright with this homegrown story of resilience and power, breaking records outside the usual December window.

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6. Moana 2

• Gross: ₦366.7M

• Vibrant animation and family-friendly themes made Disney’s sequel a holiday season smash.

5. Gladiator II

• Gross: ₦398.2M

• Epic battles and gripping drama brought this historical sequel roaring back into cinemas, captivating audiences nationwide.

4. Bad Boys: Ride or Die

• Gross: ₦458.1M

• Will Smith and Martin Lawrence’s antics kept fans laughing and cheering, proving action-comedy is here to stay.

3. A Tribe Called Judah

• Gross: ₦1.32B

• This Nollywood blockbuster set a new bar for storytelling and star power, becoming a fan favourite.

2. Deadpool & Wolverine

• Gross: ₦706.7M

• Marvel magic struck again with this crossover, combining humour and action for a cinematic treat.

1. Everybody Loves Jenifa

• Gross: ₦1.124B

• Funke Akindele’s comedy-drama broke all records, claiming the top spot and cementing its place as 2024’s biggest box office success.