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Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (2025)

Released March 13, 2025Runtime 1h 31mDirector Bolanle Austen-Peters

Many have heard of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the legendary artist from the 70s and 80s. But some may not know that his mother Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was also a legend in her own right, as a women's rights activist unabashedly pushing for equality in Nigeria at a time when people weren't having those conversations. "Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti" the film emerges as a new vivid exploration of Ransome-Kuti's journey. From growing up and learning about the importance of education, to her groundbreaking step in becoming the first girl to attend Abeokuta Grammar School at just 13, going to London and then becoming emboldened to return to Nigeria to step into her role as an educator and organizer.

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Cast of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti

Kehinde Bankole

Kehinde Bankole

Funmilayo
Joke Silva

Joke Silva

Older Funmilayo
Ibrahim Suleiman

Ibrahim Suleiman

Israel Ransome-Kuti
Jide Kosoko

Jide Kosoko

Otun
Adebayo Salami

Adebayo Salami

Alake
Dele Odule

Dele Odule

Osi
Omowunmi Dada

Omowunmi Dada

Grace Eniola
Adunni Ade

Adunni Ade

Mrs. Thompson
Iyimide Ayo-Olumoko

Iyimide Ayo-Olumoko

Young Funmilayo
Iremide Adeoye

Iremide Adeoye

Young Israel
Keppy Ekpenyong-Bassey

Keppy Ekpenyong-Bassey

Josiah

About Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti

Where can I watch Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti?

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti is currently streaming in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

Who stars in Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti?

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti stars Kehinde Bankole, Joke Silva, Ibrahim Suleiman, Jide Kosoko, Adebayo Salami.

Who directed Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti?

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters.

How long is Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti?

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti has a runtime of 1h 31m.

What is Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti about?

Many have heard of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the legendary artist from the 70s and 80s. But some may not know that his mother Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was also a legend in her own right, as a women's rights activist unabashedly pushing for equality in Nigeria at a time when people weren't having those conversations. "Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti" the film emerges as a new vivid exploration of Ransome-Kuti's journey. From growing up and learning about the importance of education, to her groundbreaking step in becoming the first girl to attend Abeokuta Grammar School at just 13, going to London and then becoming emboldened to return to Nigeria to step into her role as an educator and organizer.