The Herd is a Nollywood thriller that follows a couple who are kidnapped while they are on their way from their wedding day ceremony. They’re kidnapped by gunmen disguised as cattle herdsmen, triggering a fight for survival and demands for ransoms. While the story is primarily told in English, there are parts of the story that are told in different local languages including Igbo, Yoruba and Hausa.
The movie is directed by Daniel Etim Effiong, a well-known actor recognized for his roles in films like Aso Ebi Diaries, The Masked King, and Summer Rain. It is Daniel’s first movie in the role of a director.
The Herd was originally released in some cinemas in Nigeria but is now available on Netflix in certain regions around the world.
Movie Title: The Herd
Year of Release: 2025
Date of Release: October 17, 2025 (Cinemas in Nigeria); (November 21, 2025) Netflix in Africa
Director: Daniel Etim Effiong
Writer: Not specified
Producers: Not specified
Production Companies: Toritorifilms & FilmOne Studios
Distributor: FilmOne Studios
Cast and Roles:
- Genoveva Umeh
- Adam Garba
- Daniel Etim Effiong
- Kunle Remi
- Linda Ejiofor Suleiman
- Emeka Nwagbaraocha
- Amal Umar
- Abba Ali Zaky
- Ibrahim Abubakar Fulani
- Patrick Doyle
- Tina Mba
- Jaiye Kuti
- Lateef Adedimeji
- Deyemi Okanlawon
- Bolaji Ogunmola
- Norbert Young
- Mercy Aigbe
- Blessing Nze
Running Time: Not specified
Age Rating: Not specified
Country: Nigeria
Language: English, Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa
Genres: Crime Thriller, Drama
Music: Not specified
Cinematography: Not specified
Editing: Not specified
Note:
After a successful cinema run, The Herd began streaming on Netflix in Africa on November 21, 2025.
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