Netflix on Tuesday announced the launch date of its first Nigerian young adult show ‘Far from home’.
The five-part series, produced in partnership with the renowned Inkblot Productions, which concluded principal photography earlier this year is primed for December 16, 2022, global premiere exclusively on Netflix.
“Far from home” follows the story of Ishaya (Mike Afolarin), a charismatic teenager and talented artist from a poor family whose dreams suddenly appear within reach when a prestigious scholarship to the most exclusive school in the country catapults him into the affluent world of Nigeria’s elite.
All the while a huge secret threatens Ishaya’s newfound status and, ultimately, his family’s safety.
The young adult series blends an exciting ensemble of up-and-coming talents and established screen legends the like of Richard Mofe-Damijo, Bimbo Akintola, Femi Branch, Funke, Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo, Chioma Akpotha, Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Bucci Franklin, Linda Ejiofor, Carol King and Ufuoma Mcdermott.
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Also featuring rising stars like; Mike Afolarin, Elma Mbadiwe, Genoveva Umeh, Gbubemi Ejeye, Olumide Oworu and Natse Jemide.
On the upcoming project, the co-creator of ‘Far from home’ and founder of Inkblot Productions Chinaza Onuzo says: “We’re excited to be partnering with Netflix to create this special show on a global scale for and about young Nigerians.
“Working with such an amazing cast and crew to tell this unique story about making your way in the world and chasing your dreams no matter your status in life is such a privilege and honor.”
Dami Elebe served as the series’ head writer, with Chinaza Onuzo, Erika Klopper, Zulumoke Oyibo and Damola Ademola as executive producers.\