Iyanu (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Series · ★ 3.3
Released in 2025, Iyanu is an animation, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. Set in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, follow teenage orphan girl, Iyanu, a heroine who must uncover the mystery behind her newfound powers to save her people from an ancient curse threatening to destroy humanity.
Who’s in it. Iyanu stars Serah Johnson as Iyanu (voice), Adesua Etomi-Wellington as Olori (voice), Okey Jude as Biyi (voice) and Samuel Kugbiyi as Toye (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Iyanu has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Iyanu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Iyanu tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Iyanu (2025)?
- In US, Iyanu is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Iyanu worth watching?
- Iyanu holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Iyanu?
- Iyanu stars Serah Johnson, Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Okey Jude, Samuel Kugbiyi and Sisan Victor-Woko.
- When was Iyanu released?
- Iyanu was released in 2025.