Netflix fans ‘completely hooked' on crime thriller storming into the top 10
Netflix has dropped all eight episodes of a new Nollywood crime drama that is already climbing the top 10.
If there's one thing the streaming service has mastered, it's the art of a tense thriller with chart-topping shows from across the globe reeling viewers in.
In recent weeks, Eric Bana's murder mystery, Untamed, has blown viewers way easily landing the number one spot with its gory, action-packed and intriguing premise.
Now, it has a run for its money for top spot with Netflix's latest revenge thriller, To Kill a Monkey, which follows a 'luckless young man [who] turns to cybercrime'.
The show from Kemi Adetiba (currently at number eight) stars Stella Damasus and William Benson and tracks our protagonist, Efe, a struggling father whose life unravels when he is caught up in the depths of a cyber conspiracy and attempting outrun the 'fallout of his choices'.
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There's betrayal, shock twists and emotional moments galore in this new Nigerian thriller that has been praised by fans.
'I think [this is] the best Nigerian series I have seen in a very long time. There are more than 1001 lessons to learn from this 8 episode packed series. At some point, you will wish the series will never end,' Google reviewer Nzube Nnokwe wrote.
'The title of this series caught my eye. I decided to watch a little of the first episode to see how it was. I am completely hooked! From the first scene, the acting and story line is riveting! I binged all episodes in two,' Peggy Vosgien shared.
'Pretty captivating, great acting, great story line, a must watch!' Folashade Adewumi added.
'Amazing acting and the storyline is explosive. I was on the edge of my seat every episode,' Dakota Wright agreed.
Over on X, user barack_oking said the series 'encapsulates every aspect of human life: love, family, betrayal, poverty, affluence and death.'
Another praised lead actor Benson, saying 'you were touched by raw emotion each time he let loose on screen.'
'I'm sorry the acting in To Kill A Monkey is phenomenal. These are actors! This is what you get when you cast people who have acted on stage. This is good!' Big Fish Gee echoed.
Nigerian TV dramas are a growing, and popular, genre on Netflix so there are plenty to sink your teeth into next.
Baby Farm: This five-episode series set in Lagos follows a pregnant woman called Adanna who is saved from the streets by The Evans Foundation – run by Dr Oliver Evans and Sister Barb – but she soon realises this chartiable organisation is more sinister than it appears.
Shanty Town: This gritty, six-episode thriller is 'set deep in the heart of the Lagos underworld' and 'offers an intense and raw perspective on life within a brutal crime ring'.
Blood Sisters: This Netflix original follows best friends Kemi and Sarah who go on the run together. As the synopsis teases: 'A toxic relationship, a fiery family feud, a deadly scandal. To clear their names two best friends go on the run – and danger lies at every turn.'
Lilian Afegabi, who plays Idia in the series, spoke about how much this role has meant to her on her Instagram. More Trending
'Playing Idia was more than just a role. It was a journey of becoming one with a character whose strength, vulnerability, and spirit I poured my soul into.
'I gave everything to bring her to life, and seeing your kind words, messages, and encouragement means the world to me and makes it all worth it,' she wrote.
To Kill A Monkey is now streaming on Netflix.
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