The Woman King(2022)
“Her reign begins.”
Overview
The story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen, and General Nanisca as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
Director
Gina Prince-Bythewood
Studio
TriStar Pictures
Budget
$50M
Revenue
$98M
Cast
Viola Davis
as Nanisca
Thuso Mbedu
as Nawi
Lashana Lynch
as Izogie
Sheila Atim
as Amenza
John Boyega
as King Ghezo
Jordan Bolger
as Malik
Hero Fiennes Tiffin
as Santo Ferreira
Jimmy Odukoya
as Oba Ade
Masali Baduza
as Fumbe
Jayme Lawson
as Shante
Adrienne Warren
as Ode
Chioma Antoinette Umeala
as Tara
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2022
Runtime
2h 15m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Budget
$50M
Box Office
$98M
Production Companies
TriStar Pictures • JuVee Productions • Entertainment One
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Woman King?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Woman King (2022).
What is The Woman King about?▼
The story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen, and General Nanisca as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
Who directed The Woman King?▼
The Woman King was directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood and released in 2022. It is a action, drama, history, war film.
How long is The Woman King?▼
The Woman King has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
Who stars in The Woman King?▼
The cast of The Woman King includes Viola Davis as Nanisca, Thuso Mbedu as Nawi, Lashana Lynch as Izogie, Sheila Atim as Amenza, John Boyega as King Ghezo and more.
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