Shanty Town
A group of courtesans attempts to escape the grasp of a notorious kingpin – but political corruption and blood ties make freedom a near-impossible goal.
Where to watch Shanty Town in United States
Netflix
Netflix Standard with AdsClick a service to open Shanty Town there. Availability last verified on July 17, 2026.
Where is Shanty Town streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| India | Netflix | — |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Canada | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Germany | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| France | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Spain | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Brazil | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Japan | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
About Shanty Town
Shanty Town is a 2023 English-language crime and drama series. The cast is led by Richard Mofe-Damijo, Sola Sobowale, Nse Ikpe-Etim. It spans 1 season and 6 episodes and is still running. Viewers rate it 8.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Shanty Town was produced by Giant Creative Media and made in Nigeria. It was first aired on January 20, 2023, and carries a TV-MA certification.
- Director
- Dimeji Ajibola
- Writers
- Ayomikun Paseda, Xavier Ighorodje, Donald Tombia
- First aired
- January 20, 2023
- Last aired
- January 20, 2023
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-MA
- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 1 (6 episodes)
- Network
- Netflix
- Country
- Nigeria
- Production
- Giant Creative Media
Shanty Town cast & crew
Shanty Town was written by Ayomikun Paseda, Xavier Ighorodje, and Donald Tombia.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Charles Okonkwo and Chichi Nworah.
Is Shanty Town worth watching?
Shanty Town holds an audience score of 8.4/10 from 113 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed crime series.
With 1 season and 6 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy crime and drama, Shanty Town is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Shanty Town
In United States, you can stream Shanty Town on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Shanty Town
Richard Mofe-Damijo
Sola Sobowale
Nse Ikpe-Etim
Lilian Afegbai
Toyin Abraham
Ini Edo
Ali Nuhu
Chidi Mokeme
Peter Okoye
Zubby Michael
Shaffy Bello
Uche Jombo
Shanty Town — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Shanty Town in United States?
Shanty Town is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.
▸Is Shanty Town on Netflix?
Yes — Shanty Town is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is Shanty Town in?
Shanty Town is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Shanty Town are there?
Shanty Town has 1 season with 6 episodes in total, and it is still running.
▸What is Shanty Town rated?
Shanty Town is rated TV-MA. It holds a 8.4/10 audience score from 113 ratings.
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