Susannah Ward
Director
African Queens: Njinga (2023)
Miniseries
Blending dramatization with documentary, this series traces the rise and reign of Queen Njinga of Angola amid family betrayal and political rivalries.
Released Feb. 15, 2023
Episode 46 min
14+
Genres: Documentary, Drama, History
Keywords: mdblist.has-trailer, tmdb.angola, tmdb.rainha, tmdb.ndongo, tmdb.miniseries, mdblist.netflix-original, imdb.queen + 6 more, imdb.african, imdb.strength, imdb.hybrid, imdb.black, mdblist.imdb-tv-mini-series, imdb.tv-mini-series
Watch Providers: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
Production Companies: Nutopia, Westbrook Inc.
Network: Netflix
Country: United States
Languages:
English
8.1
S1E1 - Death of a King
In the kingdom of Ndongo, the king becomes a target as the opposition grows stronger. With loyalties divided at home, Njinga seeks a new ally on her own.
Feb. 15, 2023, midnight
5.5
S1E2 - Power Is Not Given
A desperate Mbande asks for help from Njinga, who attempts to make peace with the Portuguese. After an unexpected death, Njinga takes on a pivotal role.
Feb. 15, 2023, midnight
1.0
S1E3 - The Blood Oath
Now on the throne, Njinga must grow her army and solidify her power. In need of resources, she makes sacrifices and strikes a deal with a former enemy.
Feb. 15, 2023, midnight
5.5
S1E4 - Legacy
Tensions run high as Njinga negotiates with a European power to save her own as she moves to establish an independent kingdom and be recognized as queen.
Feb. 15, 2023, midnight
Network: Netflix
Episode Runtime: 46 min.
Season Runtime: 184 min.
Released: Feb. 15, 2023
Last Air Date: Feb. 15, 2023, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-14
Common sense age: 14+
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