Netflix’s To Kill a Monkey is an 8-episode crime drama that premiered on July 18, 2025. Directed by Kemi Adetiba, the series dives into Lagos’ underworld of cybercrime, power struggles, and survival. To Kill a Monkey (2025) Netflix Review & Storyline Explained
Storyline
Efemini (Efe) is a struggling programmer who gets lured into online fraud by his old friend, Oboz. As the series unfolds, we watch Efe transform from a desperate man into a key figure in a dangerous fraud syndicate.
Meanwhile, Inspector Motunrayo Ogunlesi (Bimbo Akintola) and Superintendent Eno Babalola (Ireti Doyle) try to track the criminals while battling corruption in the system.
Review
- Strengths: Beautiful cinematography, authentic Lagos setting, top-tier acting, and raw portrayal of crime.
- Weaknesses: Some viewers found the pacing in later episodes rushed.
Verdict
A dark, ambitious Nollywood crime series that proves Kemi Adetiba is still one of Nigeria’s most daring directors.
