Joy
2020, English. Directed by Sheila Nortley.
Emotional short film following the struggles of a single Nigerian mother trying to raise her son in London.
A mother deals with pain, toil and heartbreak after she comes to London to seek a better life for her and her son.
- Runtime
- 0h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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- Released
- 1 October 2020
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Igor Mongulu, Percelle Ascott
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Joy: quick answers
Is Joy worth watching?
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How long is Joy?
Joy runs 22 minutes (0h 22m).
Does Joy have a post-credits scene?
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Joy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Joy on?
Joy isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 October 2020. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Joy?
If you liked Joy, try Strange Weather, Bastard Out of Carolina, The Girl in the Book.
Who directed Joy?
Joy (2020) was directed by Sheila Nortley and stars Jolade Obasola, Reece Badziokila, Mustaqeem Onifade.