The Woman King

2022

2022

Action / Drama / History

288

Plot summary

The Woman King is the remarkable 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. Inspired by true events, The Woman King follows the emotionally epic journey of General Nanisca (Oscar®-winner Viola Davis) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life. Some things are worth fighting for.

Director

Gina Prince-Bythewood

Top cast

Viola Davis as Nanisca Lashana Lynch as Izogie Hero Fiennes-Tiffin as Santo Ferreira Thuso Mbedu as Nawi