Amina
“She is Amina and she fears nobody.”
Synopsis
In 16th-century Zazzau, now Zaria, Nigeria, Amina must utilize her military skills and tactics to defend her family's kingdom. Based on a true story.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
AMINA | Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-10-11
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Lucy Ameh
Amina
Ali Nuhu
Danjuma
Clarion Chukwurah-Abiola
Zumbura
Chris Gbakann
Sarki
Ibrahim Mijinyawa
Madaki
Ummi Mohammed
Zaria
Madaki Asabe
Aladi Ameh
Yakubu Mohammed
Barde
Ogunjiofor Jenevieve
Young Amina
Blessing Godwin Ogaga
Kabarkai
Emmanuel Degri
Regent Of Igala
Abdul Mohammed
Musa
Nweke Victoria
Mero
Yomi-Olugbodi Folusho
Young Zaria
Esther Owuru
Young Aladi Ameh
Lawandi Bashir Datti
Young Danjuma
Sani Danja
Soldier
Bello Muhammed
Garba
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 4, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$250K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Izu Ojukwu
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Uba, Okechukwu Ogunjiofor, Donald Martin
- Original Title
- Amina
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Budget
- $250K
- Production Studios
- Videosonic Studios, BlackScreen Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Izu Ojukwu
Frank Uba, Okechukwu Ogunjiofor, Donald Martin
Peter Kreil, Wale Adebayo
Emeka Ojukwu
Okechukwu Ogunjiofor, Uche Bede-Nwokoye
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Uba
Writer
Okechukwu Ogunjiofor
Writer
Izu Ojukwu
Director
Peter Kreil
Director of Photography
Okechukwu Ogunjiofor
Producer
Emeka Ojukwu
Editor
Wale Adebayo
Director of Photography
Natty Bruce Idigbogu
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amina
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Amina about?
In 16th-century Zazzau, now Zaria, Nigeria, Amina must utilize her military skills and tactics to defend her family's kingdom. Based on a true story.
Who directed Amina?
Amina was directed by Izu Ojukwu.
Who stars in Amina?
The principal cast of Amina includes Lucy Ameh, Ali Nuhu, Clarion Chukwurah-Abiola, Chris Gbakann, Ibrahim Mijinyawa.
When was Amina released and how long is it?
Amina was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Amina?
Amina holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).