The Black Book
2023, English. Directed by Editi Effiong.
After his son is wrongly accused of kidnapping, a deacon who has just lost his wife takes matters into his own hands and fights a crooked police gang to clear him.
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 105 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Black Book
The Black Book is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Editi EffiongDirector
- Richard Mofe-DamijoPaul Edima
- Ade LaoyeVic Kalu
- Sam DedeAngel
- Alex Usifo OmiagboGeneral Isa
- Shaffy BelloBig Daddy
- Kelechi UdegbeOfficer Abayomi
- Ikechukwu OnunakuDeputy Commissioner
- Taiwo Ajai-LycettEditor
- Ireti DoyleCommissioner
- Bimbo AkintolaProfessor Craig
- Femi BranchGeneral Issa Jr.
- Patrick DoyleSenator Dipo
Details
- Released
- 22 September 2023
- Country
- Nigeria
- Written by
- Editi Effiong, Bunmi Ajakaiye
- Budget
- $1M
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The Black Book: quick answers
What comes after The Black Book?
Next in the series: The Black Book 2: Old Scores.
Is The Black Book worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 105 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Black Book?
The Black Book runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Does The Black Book have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Black Book. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Black Book parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Black Book is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Black Book on?
The Black Book is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Black Book?
If you liked The Black Book, try Stowaway, The International, Absolution.
Who directed The Black Book?
The Black Book (2023) was directed by Editi Effiong and stars Richard Mofe-Damijo, Ade Laoye, Sam Dede.