5 Nollywood Movies to Watch This Weekend: Iya Eta, Second Chances and More
Looking for Some Nollywood Movies to watch this weekend?
Nollywood has delivered another interesting selection of movies across YouTube, with a mix of Yoruba drama, emotional stories and relationship-focused films.
Additionally, NollyTalks picks five titles for your weekend watch list: Iya Eta, Second Chances, F’emi R’emi, Derin vs Life 2, Mofe.
Furthermore, you will learn what to know about each movie, where to watch it, and our NollyTalks rating.
1. Iya Eta — Mobimpe TV
Where to watch: Mobimpe TV on YouTube
Iya Eta is one of the Yoruba movies attracting attention this weekend, particularly after its promotional trailer generated strong interest among Nigerian YouTube viewers.
The movie comes from Mobimpe TV, the YouTube platform associated with actress and filmmaker Mo Bimpe. The film’s release has been eagerly anticipated, with its official trailer appearing among the trending YouTube videos in Nigeria before the movie’s release.
For fans of Yoruba-language storytelling, this is one to consider if you’re looking for something fresh rather than going back to older releases.
NollyTalks Rating:
Best for: Fans of Yoruba drama and Mo Bimpe’s productions.
2. Second Chances — Uche Montana TV
Where to watch: Uche Montana TV on YouTube
If there is one movie on this list that has already demonstrated serious audience interest, it is Second Chances.
Moreover, released on August 15, 2026, the movie stars Uche Montana, Bimbo Ademoye and Bambam Olawunmi. The story follows three women dealing with different circumstances while searching for the opportunity to rebuild their lives.
Additionally, the movie has performed exceptionally well on YouTube, reportedly crossing 5.3 million views within its first few days. It has also continued climbing, making it one of the standout Nollywood digital releases of the week.
If you enjoy emotional dramas about relationships, forgiveness, resilience and new beginnings, Second Chances is an easy recommendation.
NollyTalks Rating:
Best for: Emotional drama, relationships and strong female-led stories.
3. F’emi R’emi — Kolawole Ajeyemi
Where to watch: Kolawole Ajeyemi’s YouTube channel
If you’re searching for a Yoruba movie with an emotional storyline, F’emi R’emi deserves your attention.
The movie stars Kolawole Ajeyemi, Debbie Shokoya, Aliu Gafar and Lalude, among others. It was released in August 2026 and is listed as a drama.
The central premise asks a difficult question: what would you sacrifice to save someone you love?
The story explores the idea of making an ultimate sacrifice for another person, giving the movie an emotional foundation that should appeal to viewers who enjoy serious Yoruba dramas.
The movie was released on August 14, and current movie listings show it among the latest Yoruba releases.
NollyTalks Rating:
Best for: Yoruba drama lovers and viewers who enjoy emotional stories about sacrifice and relationships.
4. Derin vs Life 2 — Irewole Olaniyan
Where to watch: Irewole Olaniyan on YouTube
For viewers who enjoyed the first Derin vs Life, the sequel provides a reason to return to the story.
Derin vs Life 2 is a fresh Yoruba drama from Irewole Olaniyan, with the movie announced for release on his YouTube channel. The latest listing shows it as a 2026 Yoruba drama and indicates that it premiered at 6 PM Nigerian time.
The sequel is particularly interesting because returning to an established story gives filmmakers an opportunity to develop characters and take their challenges further.
If you watched the first installment, this should naturally be one of your weekend priorities.
And if you haven’t seen the first movie, it may be worth watching that one first so you can better appreciate the continuation.
NollyTalks Rating:
Best for: Yoruba drama fans and viewers who enjoy movie sequels.
5. Mofe — The Damilola Oni TV
Where to watch: The Damilola Oni TV on YouTube
Rounding out our weekend selection is Mofe, a 2026 Yoruba movie from The Damilola Oni TV.
The film features Damilola Oni, Irewole Olaniyan and Babatunde Aderinoye, among others. Current Yoruba movie listings describe its central hook as a story involving one heart, two choices and countless consequences.
Additionally, premise suggests a story about difficult decisions and consequences, making Mofe appealing to viewers who prefer relationship-driven Yoruba dramas.
Damilola Oni has also continued to build her presence in the Nigerian film industry, both as an actress and through her own YouTube platform.
NollyTalks Rating:
Best for: Yoruba drama, relationship stories and fans of Damilola Oni.
Our Weekend Ranking
If you’re wondering which one to watch first, here’s how we’d rank them:
Rank Movie NollyTalks Rating:
- 🥇 Second Chances
- 🥈 Iya Eta
- 🥉 F’emi R’emi
- Derin vs Life 2
- Mofe
Final Thoughts
Indeed, this weekend’s lineup highlights Nollywood’s shift toward YouTube as a major home for new films.
Second Chances is the biggest audience performer of the five so far, while Iya Eta is generating strong attention around its release. F’emi R’emi, Derin vs Life 2 and Mofe give Yoruba movie lovers three more fresh options to explore.
So, grab some snacks, settle in and pick your favourite.
Which one are you watching first this weekend? Let us know in the comments.
