The Woman King is a historical action-epic set in the 1820s within the West African Kingdom of Dahomey, following the , an elite, all-female military unit. Led by the formidable General Nanisca (played by Viola Davis), the Agojie protect their kingdom from the powerful Oyo Empire and external threats like European slave traders.
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The story unfolds as Nanisca trains a new generation of recruits, including a headstrong young girl named . As they prepare for an inevitable war, a deeply personal connection between Nanisca and Nawi is revealed—Nawi is the daughter Nanisca was forced to give up years earlier after being captured and abused by their current enemy, General Oba Ade. Central to the narrative is Nanisca's push for King Ghezo to end Dahomey's participation in the slave trade and transition to trading palm oil instead. Movie Details Characters : General Nanisca : The fierce leader of the Agojie. The Woman King is a historical action-epic set
: An ambitious new recruit who discovers her familial ties to Nanisca. King Ghezo : The ruler of Dahomey, advised by Nanisca. Izogie : A veteran warrior who mentors Nawi. The story unfolds as Nanisca trains a new
