Inspired by true events that took place in the Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries, tells the story of Nanisca, general of the...
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Inspired by true events that took place in the Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries, tells the story of Nanisca, general of the all-female military unit known as the Amazons, and her daughter Nawi, who together fought the French and neighboring tribes who violated their honor, enslaved their people, and threatened to destroy everything they've lived for.
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The Woman King Bonus Content
PG-13 HD SD
This bonus video contains the following featurettes: A Caterpillar’s Destruction: Viola Davis On Set - To become General Nanisca, Viola Davis endured a metamorphosis of training and preparation – hear from Director Gina Prince-Bythewood, cast, crew, and Viola herself on the role she considers to be her magnum opus. Woman/Warrior - Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, Thuso Mbedu, Adrienne Warren, and more discuss how they transformed their bodies and minds to become Agojie. Storytellers - Director Gina Prince-Bythewood leads an all-star team of artists and filmmakers that went the extra mile in authenticity and verisimilitude. Representation Matters - The Woman King is a story about women, by women. Hear from the cast and filmmakers on what made this film so different and why representation behind the camera is just as important as those being filmed. Thuso Mbedu - Auditions - Thuso Mbedu (Nawi) in three audition scenes.
Cast and crew
-
Gina Prince-Bythewood
Director -
Viola Davis
Nanisca -
Thuso Mbedu
Nawi -
Lashana Lynch
Izogie -
Sheila Atim
Amenza -
John Boyega
King Ghezo -
Jordan Bolger
Malik -
Hero Fiennes Tiffin
Santo Ferreira -
Jimmy Odukoya
Oba Ade -
Masali Baduza
Fumbe -
Jayme Lawson
Shante -
Adrienne Warren
Ode -
Chioma Antoinette Umeala
Tara -
Siyamthanda Makakane
Cindra -
Shaina West
Esi -
Sivuyile Ngesi
The Migan -
Riaan Visman
Tanonu -
Seputla Sebogodi
The Meu -
Angélique Kidjo
The Meunon -
Wanda Banda
Young Nanisca -
Lethabo
Young Amenza -
Kekole Mathabathe
Ajahe -
Daniel Hadebe
Oyo Secretary -
Kgomotso Moshia
Dayo -
Zozibini Tunzi
Efe -
Makgotso M
Iniya -
Dana Stevens
Writer -
Maria Bello
Writer
Additional information
Directors
Gina Prince-BythewoodDirectors
Studio
Sony PicturesStudio
Subtitles
English (CC)Subtitles
Released year
2022Released year
Age rating
Duration
2 h 14 minDuration
Genres
Action/AdventureDrama
Genres
Drama
Writers
Dana StevensMaria Bello
Writers
Maria Bello
Size
7.55 GB (1080p HD)4.72 GB (720p HD)
3.79 GB (SD)
Size
4.72 GB (720p HD)
3.79 GB (SD)
Additional terms
Terms of transactionWindows | Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 or later |
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Xbox | Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X |
Mobile | Windows Phone 8, Windows Phone 8.1, Windows 10 or later |
UHD | Xbox One S or Xbox One X with a connection to a 4K television over HDMI 2.0a with support for HDCP 2.2. An HDR-capable television is required to view in High Dynamic Range. |