New on Netflix Naija this week: The Diplomat leads 10 to stream

New on Netflix Naija this week: Keri Russell’s The Diplomat returns on Thursday, 15 October, at the top of a week that also brings a South African rom-com sequel, a Mike Tyson docuseries and a Nollywood birthday drama on DStv.

Ten titles made our list. Two of them are African productions, and one is the Nigerian movie that topped the Netflix Nigeria movie chart on Monday, 12 October.

There is one name missing. Showmax shut down on 30 April 2026, so the African originals people once went there for now sit on DStv channels and DStv Stream. Every pick below says where it actually streams, and where we could not confirm Nigerian availability, we say so.

What are the best new shows and movies to stream in Nigeria this week?

The Diplomat season 4 is the biggest new arrival, with all eight episodes out on Thursday. This is an editorial ranking by GistMatrix, not an official chart, based on how new each title is, how much Nigerians are searching for it and whether you can watch it here.

1. The Diplomat (season 4, Netflix series)
Kate Wyler’s peace deal blows up in episode one. Keri Russell and Rufus Sewell return, with President Grace Penn (Allison Janney) and Hal plotting to steal Russia’s most powerful weapon.
Why it ranks: All eight hour-long episodes drop at once, and Ghanaian-American actors Ato Essandoh and Nana Mensah (now a series regular) are back.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix, from Thursday, 15 October.

2. Seriously Single Too (South African movie, Netflix)
Dineo and Noni are back, and the Cape Town bachelorette trip goes wrong. The sequel to the 2020 Netflix hit Seriously Single follows two best friends as an engagement puts their friendship to the test.
Why it ranks: It is the African Netflix premiere of the week.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix, from Friday, 16 October.

3. Pushing 30 (Nollywood movie, Africa Magic)
One birthday brunch, and every secret comes out. Directed by Orobosa Ikponmwen, it follows Osaze Imafidon, a 30-year-old tech founder whose friends’ perfect lives fall apart over his birthday brunch. Deji Osikoya, Darasimi Ogbetah and Mayowa Mula lead the cast.
Why it ranks: It is the week’s only new Nollywood premiere on the small screen.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Africa Magic Showcase on DStv, Sunday, 18 October, at 8pm; a repeat broadcast is possible.

4. Tyson (Netflix docuseries)
Four episodes on the most feared heavyweight of his era. The limited series covers Mike Tyson’s rise, the controversies and what he left behind.
Why it ranks: Boxing documentaries do well in Nigeria, and Tyson’s name still pulls a crowd.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix, out since Tuesday, 13 October.

5. Oversabi Aunty (Nollywood movie, Netflix)
The ₦1bn comedy is still No 1. Toyin Abraham writes, directs and stars as a church usher whose need to correct everyone strains her family. Mike Ezuruonye, Jemima Osunde and Enioluwa Adeoluwa co-star.
Why it ranks: It is not new this week (it landed on 2 October), but it topped the Netflix Nigeria movie chart on 12 October.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix and Kava.

6. Hollywood Arts (Netflix series)
Trina Vega is a teacher now. Set in the Victorious world, it has Daniella Monet’s Trina come back to her old arts school to teach a new set of gifted teens.
Why it ranks: Nickelodeon nostalgia, aimed at Gen Z viewers who grew up with the original.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix, from Thursday, 15 October.

7. Despicable Me 4 (animated movie, Netflix)
Gru has a baby and a new enemy. Gru and Lucy go into hiding with their son after an old foe breaks out of prison.
Why it ranks: The family pick of the week, for anyone with children at home.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix, from Friday, 16 October.

8. Love Is Blind (season 11, Netflix reality series)
The pods move to Boston. The dating show where couples get engaged before they see each other returns with a new city and a new cast.
Why it ranks: Reality fans who are missing BBNaija need something to argue about.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix, from Wednesday, 14 October (Netflix US listing; Nigerian availability not confirmed).

9. The Trap (German series, Netflix)
A woman who never leaves home sets a trap for a killer. A reclusive author uses herself as bait to catch the man she believes killed her sister.
Why it ranks: The short, binge-able thriller of the week, at six episodes.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Netflix, out since Tuesday, 13 October.

10. Love of Your Life (movie, Prime Video)
Margaret Qualley and Gabriel Basso in a chance-meeting romance. Rachel Morrison directs the story of Maya, whose life changes after an unexpected meeting with Charlie.
Why it ranks: The biggest new Prime Video movie of the week.
Where to watch in Nigeria: Prime Video, from Wednesday, 14 October (US listing; Nigerian availability not confirmed).

What happened to Showmax?

Showmax closed on 30 April 2026. Canal+, which now owns MultiChoice, announced in March that the service would be discontinued after a review, and MultiChoice told subscribers that renewals stopped working on 1 April, according to News24. Its shows moved to a Showmax section inside DStv Stream, with Showmax Originals going to DStv Compact and Premium customers, and Canal+ plans its own streaming app later.

For Nigerian viewers that means two places to look for new African TV now: Netflix, and Africa Magic on DStv and GOtv. That is why Pushing 30 is on this list as a TV premiere rather than a streaming drop.

What are Nigerians already watching on Netflix?

Oversabi Aunty led the Netflix Nigeria movie chart on Monday, 12 October, ahead of Ben Affleck’s Animals and Tyler Perry’s Doing Life, according to FlixPatrol’s daily tracker. The Canadian creature series Below was the No 1 show, with East of Eden, last week’s top pick, at No 4.

That puts a Nollywood comedy that opened in Nigerian cinemas last December ahead of Animals, a new Netflix thriller from one of Hollywood’s biggest names that arrived on 9 October.

What happens next

The Diplomat season 4 lands on Netflix on Thursday, 15 October, and Seriously Single Too follows on Friday, 16 October. Pushing 30 premieres on Africa Magic Showcase at 8pm on Sunday, 18 October. Our next Streaming Countdown is on Wednesday, 21 October, when Nobody Wants This season 3 (22 October) and Lupin Part 4 (23 October) are due.

FAQ

When does The Diplomat season 4 come out on Netflix?
Thursday, 15 October 2026, with all eight episodes released at once.

Is Showmax still available in Nigeria?
No. Showmax closed on 30 April 2026. Its content moved to DStv Stream, and Canal+ plans a new streaming app.

Where can I watch Pushing 30?
On Africa Magic Showcase on DStv at 8pm on Sunday, 18 October 2026.

Which one are you watching first this week? Tell us in the comments.

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