Netflix Acquires Dimeji Ajibola's 'Shanty Town' Film

According to multiple reports, Netflix has acquired the feature film 'Shanty Town' directed by Dimeji Ajibola.

While the streamer is yet to confirm the acquisition, talks have been underway since 2021 for a proposed streaming release.

Filming for the star-studded production kicked off in May with Chidi Mokeme in the lead role as a character named Scar.

In October 2021, Ajibola teased fans with a first-look clip at the character. 

Shanty Town also stars Richard Mofe-Damijo, Ini Edo, Uche Jombo, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Shaffy Bello, Sola Sobowale, Chidi Mokeme, Zubby Micheal, Toyin Abraham, Nancy Isime, Lilian Afe, Paul Mr P Okoye, Regina Daniel, Ali Nuhu, Slimcase and BBNaija Mercy Eke.

The thriller is produced by Chinenye Nworah, with cinematography by Jonathan Kovel.

Shanty Town, the much talked-about crime thriller is  finally headed to Netflix.