It’s June, the season of soaked sneakers, steaming street food, and that post-rain smell we secretly love. But while the city drips and buzzes, cinemas across Nigeria are offering sweet escape. This month’s film line-up of a wild mix of high-speed dramas, spiritual epics, romantic chaos, and post-apocalyptic tension. Whether you’re dodging puddles or planning a chill weekend, these are five movies worth grabbing popcorn for.

June 6

Spiritual, stylish and soaked in Yoruba heritage, Iyalode is a palace drama with backbone. The film follows Asabi Onile (played by Toyin Abraham), a fearless warrior queen from the ancient land of Kulende. It’s a visual feast of beads, incantations, betrayal and bravery. Think traditional Yoruba chants, dusty village paths, and the loud silence of ancestral spirits watching over every decision. With Nollywood icons like Bukky Wright and Bianca Ugowanne in the mix, the film serves up big energy and even bigger lessons about legacy, power, and womanhood. It’s fierce, feminine, and full of layered meaning. If you want a film that honours culture and questions power, Iyalode is your pick.

June 6

Red Circle is glossy Lagos wrapped in trench coats, danger, and secrets. Set in the heart of Lagos, this suspense drama throws us into the life of Fikayo Holloway (Folu Storms), a classy journalist who dives too deep into a dangerous crime ring. But when the line between her job and her personal life blurs, things spiral. Fast. Directed by Akay Mason, the film delivers sleek city shots, intense action, and dialogue that bites. With Timini Egbuson, Omowunmi Dada, and Tobi Bakre in tow, Red Circle is giving high-stakes meets high fashion and that signature Lagos edge. It’s Lagos noir at its finest, and if you love a femme fatale energy mixed with newsroom grit, it’s the one to watch.

June 13

Welcome to New York, the city of dreams, drama and chaotic love triangles. Materialists is a romantic comedy with designer bags, awkward brunches, emotional breakdowns in Ubers, and those random “What are we?” texts. The story follows a matchmaker whose dating life becomes the very chaos she’s paid to fix. Starring Chris Evans, Dakota Johnson, and Pedro Pascal, this one is for the girlies who love rom-coms with a twist. The outfits? A vibe. The tension? Chef’s kiss. It’s messy, it’s fun, and it reminds us that even with spreadsheets, astrology apps, and well-planned dates, love will still confuse you. Whether you’re single, situationshipped, or just nosy, Materialists is that comfort watch we need.

June 20

This one’s not for the faint-hearted. 28 Years Later throws us back into a world where peace is fragile, and survival is a full-time job. Decades after the deadly rage virus nearly wiped out humanity, a small community of survivors hides out on a remote island. But peace never lasts. When one of them goes exploring, all hell breaks loose again. Directed by Danny Boyle and starring Jack O’Connell and Ralph Fiennes, the film balances terror with human emotion. Think eerie silence, ruined cities, fast-paced chases and the kind of suspense that makes your chest tight. It’s gripping, brutal, and hauntingly real. If you’re craving an adrenaline rush that makes you think, 28 Years Later will scratch that itch.

June 27

F1 is not just a movie. It’s pure speed, sweat, sound, and second chances. Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a racing legend dragged out of retirement to train a young driver and prove he’s still got fire in his veins. From screeching tyres to intense pit stops, the film is a masterclass in high-octane storytelling. But it’s also about legacy, ego, and why some people can’t let go of the spotlight. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and backed by a solid cast including Javier Bardem and Kerry Condon, F1 blends real-life racing with cinematic flair. Whether you love sports dramas or just want to feel alive in your seat, this is the blockbuster to round out June.