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Lionheart

Directed by Genevieve Nnaji · 2018 ·

Short answer

Is Lionheart worth watching?

Yes. Lionheart (2018) earns a 61% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (88%) responded more warmly than critics (67%). See the 4 inputs.

61%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

67% Editorial Rating
88% Audience snapshot · excluded
42 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.6
6.2 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 35m
Age rating
PG (Canada) · PG13 (Singapore)
Cast
Genevieve Nnaji , Nkem Owoh , Pete Edochie
Streaming
Netflix
Country
Nigeria
Language
English

Also known as 라이온하트 狮心家族企业 獅心家族企業 Trái Tim Sư Tử

🏆 2 nominations

Where to watch

  • Netflix

Where to watch Lionheart by country

Country Streaming on
India Netflix
Indonesia Netflix
Japan Netflix
Malaysia Netflix
Nigeria Netflix
Pakistan Netflix
Philippines Netflix
South Africa Netflix
South Korea Netflix
Thailand Netflix
Turkey Netflix
United Arab Emirates Netflix
United Kingdom Netflix
United States Netflix

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (67/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
  • Celluloid Score 61% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
  • Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is Lionheart worth watching?

Yes — Lionheart earns a 61% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (3.5/5).

Celluloid verdict

Genevieve Nnaji's directorial debut became Nigeria's first Netflix Original and a Nollywood milestone.

, Founder & Editor

Audiences (88%) responded more warmly than critics (67%).

What is Lionheart about?

A young woman steps up to save her father's transport company and enter a male-dominated industry while navigating family politics.

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Critic Reviews

Short review 4 min read English Lionheart

Lionheart (2018) Review: A Daughter Takes the Wheel

Lionheart is Genevieve Nnaji's warm Nollywood comedy-drama about a daughter fighting to save her father's bus company, gentle and likeable if rarely surprising.

Yes, with reservations. It is an easygoing, good-natured family business story, best for viewers curious about modern Nollywood rather than those seeking high drama.

Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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Lionheart: frequently asked questions

Is Lionheart worth watching?

Yes. Lionheart (2018) has a Celluloid Score of 61%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch Lionheart?

In the United States, Lionheart streams on Netflix with a subscription. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Lionheart?

Lionheart runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

What is Lionheart rated?

Lionheart is rated PG in Canada and PG13 in Singapore. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Lionheart?

Lionheart is directed by Genevieve Nnaji and stars Genevieve Nnaji, Nkem Owoh, Pete Edochie.

What is the Metascore for Lionheart?

Metacritic's Metascore for Lionheart is 42 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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