The Woman Kinghd May 2026

The film exceeded expectations, opening at $19 million in the US and eventually grossing over $92 million worldwide.

Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, and John Boyega. The Woman KingHD

(2022) is a historical action epic that follows the Agojie , an all-female unit of warriors who protected the West African Kingdom of Dahomey during the 1820s . Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood , the film stars Viola Davis as General Nanisca, who trains a new generation of recruits to fight against enemies threatening their way of life. Production & Cast Highlights Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood. The film exceeded expectations, opening at $19 million

Critics widely praised the performances, particularly Davis and Mbedu, and the grounded, athletic action choreography. Historical Context & Controversy The film exceeded expectations