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According to Google’s 2025 Year in Search data for Nigeria, ten movies captured the most attention and searches throughout the year.
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In 2025, Nigerian search trends revealed a mix of Hollywood blockbusters, anticipated sequels, and viral Nollywood hits dominating the list, reflecting Nigerians’ love for thrillers, romances, horror, and superhero films. These are the list of movies from 10th to 1st.
10. Final Destination: Bloodlines
This sixth entry in the long-running horror franchise delivered elaborate, gruesome death sequences and expanded the series’ lore by focusing on family legacies and inescapable fate. It became a standout for its inventive kills and return to practical effects.
9. The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Marvel’s reboot introduced the iconic family in a retro-futuristic 1960s setting. Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach starred as the team facing Galactus and the Silver Surfer, earning praise for strong chemistry and visual style.
8. 28 Years Later
Danny Boyle and Alex Garland returned to the rage virus world nearly three decades on. The film explored survival on a quarantined island and evolving threats among the infected, blending intense horror with themes of isolation.
7. KPop Demon Hunters
This animated musical followed a K-pop girl group secretly battling demons. Vibrant visuals, catchy songs, and Korean folklore elements made it a global streaming hit, appealing across genres.
6. The Gorge
Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy played snipers guarding a mysterious gorge harbouring supernatural evil. The sci-fi horror mixed romance, action, and mystery in a tense, confined setup.
5. G20
Viola Davis portrayed a U.S. president using her military background to combat terrorists at a summit. The action thriller featured high-stakes sequences and family drama amid global chaos.
4. To Kill A Monkey
Kemi Adetiba’s series followed a man drawn into cybercrime, sparking widespread debates on morality and societal pressures. Its realistic portrayal fueled intense online discussions.
3. Love In Every Word
This Nollywood romance starred Uzor Arukwe and Bamike Olawunmi as opposites finding a connection. Viral phrases and relatable themes of love and ambition drove massive searches and social media buzz.
2. Sinners
Ryan Coogler’s vampire epic starred Michael B. Jordan as twins confronting supernatural forces in the 1930s South. Blending horror, music, and history, it drew acclaim for bold storytelling.
1. Straw
Tyler Perry’s psychological drama featured Taraji P. Henson as a mother pushed to desperation. Its exploration of pressure and breakdown made it the year’s top-searched film in Nigeria.
In Summary
These titles highlight Nigeria’s engagement with stories of resilience, family, and moral dilemmas, whether through local productions sparking cultural conversations or international releases offering thrills and spectacle. Many are available on streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube.
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