The Woman King (2022)
An all-female army fiercely defends its kingdom, training new warriors with grit and intimate, uplifting resolve.
The story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen, and General Nanisca as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
How intense is The Woman King?
The Woman King has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What The Woman King feels like
- Tone
- epicgrittyupliftingintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream The Woman King
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Woman King for you?
Is The Woman King scary?
No. The Woman King is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Woman King gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Woman King sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Woman King OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Woman King?
The Woman King runs 2h 15m.
Where can I stream The Woman King?
The Woman King is streaming on Hulu.
Does The Woman King have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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