Lady
“Sisterhood is freedom.”
Synopsis
In the sprawling African metropolis of Lagos, a fiercely independent young cab driver meets a band of radiantly reckless sex workers whose sisterhood pulls her into danger and joy, setting her on a journey toward her own transformation.
Top Cast
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Jessica Gabriel's Ujah
Lady
Amanda Oruh
Pinky
Tinuade Jemiseye
Sugar
Binta Ayo Mogaji
Iya
Seun Kuti
DJ Revolution
Bucci Franklin
Fine Boy
Eva Ibiam
Cinderella
Precious Agu Eke
Lolo
Fadesaye Olateru-Olagbegi
Lekpa
Agu Chinenye Esthyraph
Fanta
Toyin Oshinaike
Lati Older Cabbie
Gbenga Ojo
Cabbie Kabiru
Oluwole Moses Olumuyiwa
Patto
Emmanuel Nonso
Male of Couple
Favour Asuquo
Female of Couple
Release History & Theatrical Window
Darwin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Olive Nwosu
- Screenplay & Story
- Olive Nwosu
- Original Score
- Oliver Mayo
- Original Title
- Lady
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Nigeria, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Ossian International, Good Gate Media, Film4 Productions, BFI, Screen Scotland, Level Forward, Amplify Capital, Emperium Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Olive Nwosu
Olive Nwosu
Oliver Mayo
Alana Mejía González
Colin Monie, Gareth C. Scales
Alex Polunin, John Giwa-Amu, Stella Nwimo, Fikayo Adeola, Ama Ampadu
Department Leadership Roster
Olive Nwosu
Director
Olive Nwosu
Writer
Alana Mejía González
Director of Photography
Colin Monie
Editor
Oliver Mayo
Original Music Composer
Richard Nik Evans
Production Design
Patience Ezeogo
Costume Design
Alex Polunin
Producer
John Giwa-Amu
Producer
Stella Nwimo
Producer
Gareth C. Scales
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Lady.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lady
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lady about?
In the sprawling African metropolis of Lagos, a fiercely independent young cab driver meets a band of radiantly reckless sex workers whose sisterhood pulls her into danger and joy, setting her on a journey toward her own transformation.
Who directed Lady?
Lady was directed by Olive Nwosu.
Who stars in Lady?
The principal cast of Lady includes Jessica Gabriel's Ujah, Amanda Oruh, Tinuade Jemiseye, Binta Ayo Mogaji, Seun Kuti.
When was Lady released and how long is it?
Lady was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Lady?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lady was composed by Oliver Mayo.