Akpe: Return of the Beast

Last updated
Akpe: Return of the Beast
Akpe Return of the Beast poster.jpeg
Directed by Toka McBaror
Written byChris Nzekwe
Produced byJustice Nuagbe
Starring Jide Kosoko
Juliet Ibrahim
Bolanle Ninalowo
Daniel Lloyd
Eniola Badmus
Release date
  • 27 October 2019 (2019-10-27)
(Nigeria)
Running time
95 minutes
CountryNigeria
LanguageEnglish

Akpe: Return of the Beast, is a 2019 Nigerian action drama film directed by Toka McBaror and produced by Justice Nuagbe. The film stars Jide Kosoko in the lead role whereas Juliet Ibrahim, Bolanle Ninalowo, Daniel Lloyd and Eniola Badmus made supportive roles. [1] The film rotates around Akpe, a self-proclaimed king of the Zanga where his closest friend organizes a group of boys to conquer the street. [2] [3]

Contents

The film made its premier on 27 October 2019. [4]

Cast

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Juliet Ibrahim</span> Liberian-Lebanese actress

Juliet Ibrahim is a Ghanaian actress, film producer, and singer of Lebanese, Ghanaian and Liberian descent. She won the Best Actress in a Leading Role award at the 2010 Ghana Movie Awards for her role in 4 Play. She has been referred to as the "Most Beautiful West African Woman" according to A-listers Magazine.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Jide Kosoko</span> Nigerian actor (born 1954)

Jide Kosoko is a veteran Nigerian actor, director and producer. He was born into a royal family, hence his traditional title of prince or "omoba" in the Yoruba language.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rukky Sanda</span> Nigerian actress (born 1984)

Rukky Sanda is a Nigerian actress, film producer, and director.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Bolanle Austen-Peters</span> Nigerian movie director (born 1969)

Bolanle Austen-Peters, is a lawyer, a multiple award-winning movie director/producer, theater director/producer and cultural entrepreneur. She is the founder and artistic director of BAP Productions and the arts and culture center Terra Kulture in Lagos. She has been described by the CNN as the "woman pioneering theater in Nigeria", named one of the most influential women in Africa by Forbes Afrique and been recognised with several awards for her contribution to the arts.

<i>The Department</i> (film) 2015 film by Remi Vaughn-Richards

The Department is a 2015 Nigerian romantic crime action film directed by Remi Vaughan-Richards, starring Majid Michel, OC Ukeje, Desmond Elliot, Osas Ighodaro, Jide Kosoko, Seun Akindele, Somkele Iyamah, Funky Mallam and Kenneth Okolie The film which is the first feature film from Inkblot Productions and Closer Pictures, produced by Uduak Oguamanam and Chinaza Onuzo.

<i>Road to Yesterday</i> (film) 2015 film by Ishaya Bako

Road To Yesterday is a 2015 Nigerian road romantic drama film directed by Ishaya Bako. It stars Genevieve Nnaji and Oris Erhuero in lead roles, with Majid Michel and Chioma 'Chigul' Omeruah in supporting roles. The film, which is co-produced by Genevieve Nnaji, is the actress' first effort as a producer.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Eniola Badmus</span> Nigerian actress (born 1982)

Eniola Badmus is a Nigerian professional film actress, script writer, entertainer and a social media influencer.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ini Dima-Okojie</span> Nigerian actress (born 1990)

Ini Dima-Okojie is a Nigerian actress from Edo State, Nigeria. She resigned from her job in investment banking to enroll at the New York Film Academy. She started her career with the first television appearance on Taste of Love and she has featured on many films including the multicultural romcom, Namaste Wahala in 2021 and the Netflix Nigerian original thriller, Blood Sisters in 2022.

Eniola Ajao is a Nigerian actress from Epe who has acted in over 75 films. She is known for her dynamism and versatility on set in her role delivery.

<i>The Bling Lagosians</i> 2019 Nigerian film

The Bling Lagosians is a 2019 Nigerian drama film, written by Anthony Kehinde Joseph and directed and co-produced by Bolanle Austen-Peters. It premiered on June 16, 2019, in Lagos. It stars Bunmi Aboderin, Elvina Ibru, Toyin Abraham, Tana Adelana, Osas Ighodaro, Alexx Ekubo, Ayoola Ayolola, and Jide Kosoko.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ifeanyi Akogo</span> Nigerian actor

Ifeanyi Akogo is a Nigerian actor and radio presenter.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Bolanle Ninalowo</span> Nigerian actor (born 1980)

Bolanle Ninalowo, also known as Nino, is a Nigerian actor and film producer.

Seun Sean Jimoh is an American based Nigerian actor.

<i>Coming from Insanity</i> 2019 Nigerian crime drama film

Coming from Insanity is a 2019 Nigerian crime drama film directed and written by Akinyemi Sebastian Akinropo. It stars Gabriel Afolayan, Damilola Adegbite, Dakore Akande, Wale Ojo and Bolanle Ninalowo.

Made in Heaven is a 2019 Nigerian romantic drama film directed by Toka McBaror and produced by Darlington Abuda. It features Nollywood's Richard Mofe Damijo, Jide Kosoko, and Nancy Isime, Ayo Makun, Toyin Abraham, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Lasisi Elenu, former Big Brother Naija housemate - Kemen, and others. The film shows its central characters seeking spiritual help in their daily lives.

The Cleanser is a 2021 Nigerian thriller film produced and written by Mathew Alajogun and directed by James Abinibi. The film stars Kehinde Bankole, Bolanle Ninalowo, Alex Osifo and Antar Laniyan in the lead roles. The plot of the film revolves around the life of a man whose ambition is to eradicate the corrupted politicians. The film had its theatrical release on 22 January 2021 and opened to mixed reviews from critics.

<i>Shadow Parties</i> 2021 Nigerian political drama film

Shadow Parties is a 2021 Nigerian political drama film directed and produced by Yemi Amodu. The film stars Yemi Blaq, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Toyin Abraham, Jide Kosoko, Sola Sobowale, Magdalena Korpas, and Lucien Morgan. It premiered on Netflix on 6 September 2021.

<i>Love Castle</i> 2021 Nigerian film

Love Castle is a 2021 Nigerian film directed by Desmond Elliot, produced by United States-based Nigerian, Beatrice Funke Ogunmola and co-produced by Victor Ogunmola. The film centers on themes of tradition and family ties; it portrays Nigerian culture interwoven with disability and focuses on a deep-rooted belief about children living with disabilities, as experienced by the producers who have a child living with autism. It is a traditional story about the African culture of silence surrounding taboos.

<i>LOUD</i> 2020 Nigerian musical film

LOUD an abbreviation for Living Out Ur Dreams, is a 2020 Nigerian high school musical television film directed by Umanu Elijah, and produced by Lemuel Bawa and Honesty Bawa as executive producer. LOUD, is known as the first Nigerian high school musical film.

Divorce Not Allowed is a 2018 Nigerian romantic comedy produced and directed by Mike Ezuruonye. The movie, which addresses relationship issues between couples and lovers, stars Bolanle Ninalowo, Iyabo Ojo, Angela Okorie, Eniola Badmus and Mike Ezuruonye.

References

  1. "Akpe: Return of the Beast Trailer & Info". QuickLook Films. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  2. "DOWNLOAD: Akpe (Return Of The Beast) - 2020 Nollywood Movie • NaijaPrey" . Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  3. Gists, Naija. "'London And The Beast Part 2' Gets Screening Date - NaijaGists.com - Proudly Nigerian DIY Motivation & Information Blog" . Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  4. "Comedian Ushbebe set for private screening of new movie ' Akpe: The return of the beast'". Vanguard News. 2019-10-21. Retrieved 2021-10-04.