Series synopsis
African Queens: Njinga is an American documentary television series that premiered on Netflix on February 15, 2023. It ended on February 15, 2023. It stars Jada Pinkett Smith.
Blending dramatization with documentary, this series traces the rise and reign of Queen Njinga of Angola amid family betrayal and political rivalries.
Premise
Blending dramatization with documentary, this series traces the rise and reign of Queen Njinga of Angola amid family betrayal and political rivalries.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jada Pinkett Smith as Narrator (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | February 15, 2023 | February 15, 2023 |
| Season 2 | 0 | May 10, 2023 | May 10, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Death of a King In the kingdom of Ndongo, the king becomes a target as the opposition grows stronger. With loyalties divided at home, Njinga seeks a new ally on her own. |
February 15, 2023 |
| 2 |
Power Is Not Given A desperate Mbande asks for help from Njinga, who attempts to make peace with the Portuguese. After an unexpected death, Njinga takes on a pivotal role. |
February 15, 2023 |
| 3 |
The Blood Oath Now on the throne, Njinga must grow her army and solidify her power. In need of resources, she makes sacrifices and strikes a deal with a former enemy. |
February 15, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Rivals Fulfilling her father's wish, a young Cleopatra ascends the throne in Egypt amid sibling rivalries and forms an alliance with a noted Roman leader. |
May 10, 2023 |
| 2 |
When In Rome The birth of a child unites Rome and Egypt, putting Cleopatra in a favorable position until a shocking murder puts her and her son's lives under threat. |
May 10, 2023 |
| 3 |
What should be done Cleopatra forges a strategic relationship for personal gains as Egypt thrives under her rule. Later, she makes a bold decision in the heat of battle. |
May 10, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 15, 2023 |
| Last aired | February 15, 2023 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |