To Kill A Monkey

To Kill a Monkey is a gripping 2025 Nigerian crime thriller television series created by the acclaimed filmmaker Kemi Adetiba. The eight episode series premiered globally on Netflix on July 18, 2025, drawing viewers into a tense and emotionally charged world of moral compromise and survival.

The story centers on Efemini, a struggling and disillusioned man whose life takes an unexpected turn after a fateful reunion with a former friend. What begins as a chance encounter spirals into a descent into the murky underworld of cybercrime. Pressed by difficult circumstances, Efemini is forced to abandon his core values, gradually slipping deeper into a life of criminal enterprise. As he adapts to this new reality, he finds himself confronting increasingly blurred lines between right and wrong, raising the question: how far is too far when you're just trying to survive?

Cast

The series features a strong ensemble cast, led by:

• William Benson

• Bucci Franklin

• Stella Damasus

• Bimbo Akintola

• Michael O. Ejoor

• Chidi Mokeme

• Lilian Afegbai

• Sunshine Rosman

• Teniola Aladese

Production

The show is both written and directed by Kemi Adetiba, who also served as the executive producer and showrunner. It was developed under her production company, Kemi Adetiba Visuals, in collaboration with producer Remi Adetiba. Filming kicked off in 2023, with the team working meticulously to bring to life a high stakes narrative packed with suspense, emotion, and realism.

Release and Reception

Released exclusively on Netflix on July 18, 2025, To Kill a Monkey quickly gained attention for its intense storytelling, standout performances, and compelling social themes. The series has sparked conversations about the complexity of moral choices and the hidden costs of desperation in modern Nigerian society.