Princess on a Hill
Nigerian TV series
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Princess on a Hill is a 2024 Nigerian Showmax original drama television series.[1] It was created by Abiola Sobo and Tolu Ajayi, and executive produced by Chuka Ejorh, Folashayo Oke-Sobo, Tolu Ajayi, and Abiola Sobo.[2] The series stars Norbert Young, Efa Iwara, Ireti Doyle, Femi Jacobs, Onyinye Odokoro, Bimbo Manuel, Andrew Yaw Bunting, and Mimi Chaka.
- Abiola Sobo
- Tolu Ajayi
- Bibi Ukpo (HW.)
- Adeniyi Adeniji
- Sonia Nwosu
- Abiola Sobo
- Tolu Ajayi
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| Genre | Drama |
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Theme music composer | Kulanen Ikyo |
Country of origin | Nigeria |
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| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
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| Producer | Folashayo Oke-Sobo |
Production locations | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Cinematography | Mohammad Atta |
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| Running time | 43–53 minutes |
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| Network | Showmax |
| Release | 7 November 2024 |
Series overview
Episodes were released weekly on Thursdays.
| Series | Episodes | Originally released | ||
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| 1 | 10 | 7 November 2024 | 9 January 2025 | |
Season 1 (2024)
Princess on a Hill tells the story of Zara Osara, a young woman with big dreams who unexpectedly rises to the pinnacle of corporate power through a reality show competition she won, and makes her debut in the most powerful boardroom in the country. She must save the company from decline while resisting the dark influence of the enigmatic tyrant pulling her strings.
Cast and characters
- Onyinye Odokoro as Zara Osara
- Bimbo Manuel as Moyosore Lawson
- Efa Iwara as Oz Obiora
- Mimi Chaka as Tolani Ivy Baker
- Ireti Doyle as Madam Obiora
- Femi Jacobs as Denloye
- Andrew Yaw Bunting as Menny
- Norbert Young as Etim Etim
- Toyin Oshinaike as Saheed
- Simi Drey as Kiki Jones
- Peter Oghenekaro as Chidi
- Ibrahim Suleiman as Asuquo
- Fadesaye Olateru-Olagbegi as Oyinkan
- John Kolawole as Mr Bello
- Tunde Daniels as Adegbite
- Emeka Golden as Kidnapper
- Kazeem Akanji as Sam Edet
- Honey Bamiro as Rolly
- Chibuikem Chris as Paul
- Austin Nonyelu as Mr Momoh
- Francis Onwuchei as Lawyer Odu
- Patrick Diabuah as Nkongho
- Seun Ajayi as Kayode
- Kingsley Chukwu as Mr Osita
- Eric Emeka as PJ
- Kayode Ojuolape as Korede
- Oladapo Carew as Mr Osara
- Olayemi Soyeju as Ruth Braithwaite
- Sunday Baba as Adamu Garba
- Victoria Akpan as Lawson Executive
- Nonso Bassey as Folusho "Damilola Lawson" Dada
Production
Filming
On 4 September 2024, at the 2024 MIP Africa in Cape Town, an announcement was made by Showmax before the official teaser of Princess on a Hill was released, crediting Tolu Ajayi and Abiola Sobo as the creators of the series. Princess on a Hill, premiered in November 2024.[3]
Casting
The cast was revealed on 14 October 2024 by Showmax, following the release of the official trailer for Princess on a Hill,[4] with a line-up including Onyinye Odokoro, Bimbo Manuel, Efa Iwara, Mimi Chaka, Ireti Doyle, Femi Jacobs, Andrew Yaw Bunting, and Norbert Young.[5]
Premiere and release
On 14 October 2024, Showmax released the official trailer for Princess on a Hill.[4] On 30 October 2024, Showmax announced that Princess on a Hill would premiere on 7 November 2024 at the 13th edition of the Africa International Film Festival.[6][7] On 7 November 2024, Princess on a Hill was released on Showmax.[8]
Reception
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref |
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| 2025 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Scripted Series | Princess on a Hill | Nominated | [9][10] |
| Best Editing | Nominated | ||||
| Best Writing TV Series | Nominated | ||||
| Best Lead Actor | Bimbo Manuel | Nominated | |||
| Best Supporting Actor | Efa Iwara | Nominated |