Abakwa (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2024, Abakwa is a thriller film directed by Song Nestor, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the story of a man named Abakwa. He used to be a ferocious mafia boss who was apprehended for his crimes and sentenced to life. After spending 35 years behind bars, with the help of Ambe Benard, an outstanding Police Inspector, he gets released. They make a deal to work together and fight against drugs, prostitution, and all illicit activities that plaque their community.
Who’s in it. Abakwa stars Vugah Samson as Abakwa, Sylvester Madu as Ambe Bernad, Lehan Scholastica as Anwi and Franck Johanssen as Skibo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Abakwa has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Abakwa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Abakwa tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Abakwa (2024)?
- In US, Abakwa is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Abakwa worth watching?
- Abakwa holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Abakwa?
- Abakwa stars Vugah Samson, Sylvester Madu, Lehan Scholastica, Franck Johanssen and Albert Che.
- When was Abakwa released?
- Abakwa was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.