Netflix has officially announced that 'Lisabi: The Uprising' will premiere on September 27, 2024, followed by its sequel, 'Lisabi: A Legend is Born,' in January 2025.
The film is set in the 18th-century Oyo Empire. An Egba farmer ignites a rebellion against the oppressive Oyo Empire, leveraging the collective power of his fellow farmers and enigmatic abilities. His defiance, culminating in the defeat of over 6,000 Oyo soldiers, secures Egba’s independence after centuries of subjugation, marking a pivotal moment in Yoruba history.
The film is a collaboration between Al Notions Studios and Anthill Studios, written by Niyi Akinmolayan and Yinka Olaoye and directed by Niyi Akinmolayan.
Executive produced by Lateef Adedimeji and directed by Niyi Akinmolayan, Lisabi boasts a star-studded cast including Femi Adebayo, Odunlade Adekola, Ibrahim Itele Yekini, Ibrahim Chattah, Mo Bimpe, Eniola Ajao, Liquorose Afije, and Lateef Adedimeji.
Speaking about the movie via a post on Instagram, Adedimeji wrote, "isabi is here!!! My New born is here. My long awaited biopic chronicling the escapades of the Ultimate Egba Warrior farmer #LISABI is finally here
After my exploits in Ayinla movie, I knew I had to do this to further glorify my Egba heritage. EGBA people, this is for you!!!!! The entire Yoruba, Africa and Blacks worldwide, this is for you!!!!!"
