The Woman King

126 mins | Rated PG-13 ( for sequences of strong violence, some disturbing material, thematic content, brief language and partial nudity. ) | Drama

Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood | Starring Viola Davis, John Boyega, Lashana Lynch, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Jayme Lawson, Sheila Atim, Thuso Mbedu, Adrienne Warren, Masali Baduza, Angelique Kidjo

The Woman King is the remarkable story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Inspired by true events, The Woman King follows the emotionally epic journey of General Nanisca (Oscar®-winner Viola Davis) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life. Some things are worth fighting for…

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