Nollywood Movies May 2026: 5 New Releases You Can't Miss Now

The month of May is going to offer some sizzling hot content for Nollywood fans as the coming month will bring a series of movies featuring heist, drama, and weddings.

Nollywood movies May 2026, If you enjoy watching movies at the movies or streaming from the comfort of your own home on Netflix and Kava, here are the five most talked-about movies that Nollywood will be releasing.

Gingerrr (Netflix and Kava May 8th)

Genres: Action-Comedy

Gingerrr tells the story of four female characters working together for a risky heist operation that will ultimately affect their lives positively. However, the partnership between the two begins to take an unexpected direction, resulting in the revelation of their secrets and the destruction of their trust.

Director: Yemi Morafa
Actors: Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, Bisola Aiyeola, Wumi Toriola, Bolaji
Ogunmola, Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Odunlade Adekola
Watch on: While Gingerrr was initially released in the theater in 2025, this Nollywood movie can currently be watched on Netflix and Kava from May 8th.

2. Call Of My Life (15 May)

Genre: Romantic Drama

After a hard break-up, a woman trying to get over the experience is involved in a phone call while at work with a handsome and suave man. In just that one phone call, she loses her sense of reasoning and gets entangled in another relationship, which makes her rethink the process of moving forward after a heartbreak.

Director: Dammy Twitch
Cast: Uzoamaka Power, Zubby Michael, Nkem Owoh, Patience Ozokwo, Beverly Osu, Justin ‘UG’ Ugonna

3. Strong (15 May)

Genre: Drama/Thriller

An acclaimed spiritual leader and architect sees her marriage crumble down when she becomes a victim of her husband’s supposed betrayal, infidelity and murder. The accusations leave her rethinking all the aspects of her life and of her spouse’s character.

Cast: Sophia Alakija, Chris Okagbue

4. Okanjuwa (22 May)

Genre: Comedy Drama

A young couple preparing for their wedding is faced with the overwhelming amount of plans and drama that comes with family involvement in such an important event.

Cast: Kunle Remi, Tomike Adeoye, Uzor Arukwe, Omowunmi Dada, Femi Adebayo, Tobi Makinde, Ruby Okezie, Bianca Ugowanne

5. Iyaloja (May 28th)

Genre: Fantasy/Drama

An imaginative young woman finds herself in the thick of a tough fight to claim the mantle of Iya Oloja after her mother’s demise. With a seemingly naive mindset, she soon realizes that her history isn’t quite what she thought it was.

Casting: Lina Idoko, Kehinde Bankole, Wale Ojo, Iyabo Ojo, Jidekene Achufusi, Fathia Balogun

Conclusion

There is never a dull moment with Nollywood movies. Whether you prefer the adrenaline rush of Okanjuwa, the soul-wrenching experience of Strong, or the fantastical flavor of Iyaloja, there’s a movie for all tastes in May 2026.

Be sure to set your calendar because Gingerrr debuts on May 8th via Netflix and Kava. The others are available in theaters or on streaming platforms by their release dates. Don’t miss out!