My Father's Shadow
Kid brothers Remi and Akin get to spend a gift of a day with their estranged father Folarin. They go on a voyage into Lagos observing the colossal city for the first time and the hoops their father must deal with to provide. All this happens in the backdrop of a huge 1993 presidential election result which calls into question his ability to get them home.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: My Father's Shadow
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2025-09-19
- Runtime: 93 minutes
- Rating: 8/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: BBC Film, BFI, Fremantle, Electric Theatre Collective, Element Pictures, Crybaby, Fatherland Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.0198
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù
as Folarin
Efon Wini
as Bola
Godwin Egbo
as Akinola
Chibuike Marvellous Egbo
as Olaremi
Tosin Adeyemi
as Aunty Seyi
Adesina McCoy Babalola
as Gbemi
Lawrence Chu
as Segun
Patrick Diabuah
as Felix
Paul Edobor
as Patron
Martha Ehinome Orhiere
as Ngozi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Father's Shadow?▼
My Father's Shadow is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2025-09-19.
Who are the main actors in My Father's Shadow?▼
The main cast includes Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Efon Wini, Godwin Egbo, Chibuike Marvellous Egbo, Tosin Adeyemi, .
Where can I watch My Father's Shadow online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if My Father's Shadow is available.
Is My Father's Shadow based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of My Father's Shadow?▼
My Father's Shadow has an IMDb rating of 8/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of My Father's Shadow?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for My Father's Shadow?▼
The soundtrack was composed by BBC Film, BFI, Fremantle, Electric Theatre Collective, Element Pictures, Crybaby, Fatherland Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was My Father's Shadow filmed?▼
My Father's Shadow was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is My Father's Shadow?▼
The total runtime of My Father's Shadow is 93 minutes.
Is My Father's Shadow suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to My Father's Shadow?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to My Father's Shadow.
Does My Father's Shadow have a post-credit scene?▼
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