Omo Ghetto: The Saga
Directed by Funke Akindele & JJC Skillz · 2020 ·
Is Omo Ghetto: The Saga worth watching?
Yes. Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020) earns a 60% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (90%) responded more warmly than critics (65%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Gêmeas da Quebrada
🏆 1 nomination
Funke Akindele Productions Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Netflix in South Africa. Check local listings for your region.
Where to watch Omo Ghetto: The Saga by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Nigeria | Netflix |
| South Africa | Netflix |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (65/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Celluloid Score 60% 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 Omo Ghetto: The Saga worth watching?
Yes — Omo Ghetto: The Saga earns a 60% 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 (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Funke Akindele's record-shattering domestic hit proved Nollywood could outgross Hollywood locally.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (90%) responded more warmly than critics (65%).
What is Omo Ghetto: The Saga about?
Twin sisters from Lagos slums navigate crime, comedy, and survival in a sprawling ensemble epic of street-level Nigerian life.
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Critic Reviews
Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020) Review: Lagos Street Comedy
★★★★☆
Omo Ghetto: The Saga is Funke Akindele's rowdy Lagos crime comedy about twin sisters from very different worlds, a loud, crowd-pleasing Nollywood blockbuster.
Yes, with reservations. It is a boisterous, very funny Nollywood crowd-pleaser for fans of Funke Akindele, though its length and broad plotting will test some viewers.
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Omo Ghetto: The Saga: frequently asked questions
Is Omo Ghetto: The Saga worth watching?
Yes. Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020) has a Celluloid Score of 60%, 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 Omo Ghetto: The Saga?
Elsewhere: Netflix in Nigeria; Netflix in South Africa. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Omo Ghetto: The Saga?
Omo Ghetto: The Saga runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
Who stars in Omo Ghetto: The Saga?
Omo Ghetto: The Saga is directed by Funke Akindele & JJC Skillz and stars Funke Akindele, Eniola Badmus, Bimbo Thomas.
What is the Metascore for Omo Ghetto: The Saga?
Metacritic's Metascore for Omo Ghetto: The Saga is 38 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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