The Woman Kinghd «2026 Release»

Filmed primarily in South Africa (Cape Town and KwaZulu-Natal) with a budget of approximately $50 million .

The film exceeded expectations, opening at $19 million in the US and eventually grossing over $92 million worldwide. The Woman KingHD

It had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2022. Box Office & Reception Filmed primarily in South Africa (Cape Town and

Critics widely praised the performances, particularly Davis and Mbedu, and the grounded, athletic action choreography. Historical Context & Controversy particularly Davis and Mbedu

It received an A+ CinemaScore from audiences and was named one of the top ten films of 2022 by the American Film Institute.

While the film is rooted in the real history of the Dahomey Amazons, it faced significant debate regarding its historical accuracy: