Under the Influence (TV series)
Nigerian TV series
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Under the Influence is a 2025 Showmax original Nigerian Drama, created and executively produced by Wande Thomas.[1] The series stars Iremide Adeoye, Bobby Ekpe, Isioma Okey-Nwosu, Eva Ibiam, Funmbi Toye, and Dante Okere.[2]
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- Wande Thomas (HW.)
- Nengi Diri
- Mannie Oiseomaye
- Nicole Chikwe
- Isoken Ogiemwonyi
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| Genre | Drama |
| Created by | Wande Thomas |
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| Directed by | Wande Thomas |
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| Theme music composer | Anwuli Rose |
| Country of origin | Nigeria |
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| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
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| Executive producer | Wande Thomas |
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| Running time | 26–36 minutes |
| Production company | UrbanGidi Showtime |
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| Network | Showmax |
| Release | 24 January 2025 |
Series overview
Each episode is released once weekly every Friday.
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| 1 | 13 | January 24, 2025 | April 18, 2025 | |
Season 1 (2025)
Under the Influence revolves around Dami, the 21-year-old social media influencer whose life changes dramatically after relocating to Lagos. Suddenly in the spotlight, Dami grapples with the pressures of fame while searching for meaning and direction.[3]
Cast and characters
Production
Filming
On 12 July 2024, Showmax announced its partnership with UrbanGidi to produce Under the Influence.[10]
Casting
On 21 January 2025, Showmax unveiled the cast of the series before season 1 began, with a line-up of Iremide Adeoye, Bobby Ekpe, Isioma Okey-Nwosu, Eva Ibiam, Funmbi Toye, and Dante Okere.[11][12]
Release
The official trailer for the first season was released on 8 January 2025.[13]