TV series
Shanty Town
2023–, English, on Netflix.
A group of courtesans attempts to escape the grasp of a notorious kingpin – but political corruption and blood ties make freedom a near-impossible goal.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 46 min
- Status
- Still running
Absolute Cinema
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8.4/10 from 113 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Shanty Town
Shanty Town is streaming on Netflix in India.
Stream
NetflixAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E6: Episode 6
Aired 20 January 2023
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 20 January 2023
- Network
- Netflix
- Language
- English
- Country
- Nigeria
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-MA
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Shanty Town: quick answers
Is Shanty Town worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.4/10 from 113 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of Shanty Town are there?
Shanty Town has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 46 minutes each.
Is Shanty Town finished?
Shanty Town is still listed as returning series; no new episode date is announced yet.
Which OTT platform is Shanty Town on?
Shanty Town is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Shanty Town parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shanty Town is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Shanty Town?
If you liked Shanty Town, try Power Book IV: Force, Goliath, This City Is Ours.