The Woman King is a 2022 American historical epic film directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood and written by Dana Stevens. Inspired by true events, the film tells the story of the Agojie, an all-female military regiment that protected the West African kingdom of Dahomey in the 18th and 19th centuries. The film stars Viola Davis as General Nanisca, the leader of the Agojie, and Thuso Mbedu as Nawi, a young woman who joins the regiment.
The Woman King has been praised for its strong performances, particularly from Davis and Mbedu, as well as its action sequences and historical accuracy. The film has also been seen as a positive step forward for representation, as it is one of the few major Hollywood films to feature a predominantly black female cast.
