What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Woman King
Gina Prince-Bythewood · Film · 2022
If you loved The Woman King, start with The Women (Kristin Hannah) — a book on the same thread. Below: 3 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Woman King across media.
If The Woman King moved you, you will appreciate these stories that explore the intersection of personal duty, profound sisterhood, and resistance.
Books on the same thread
The Women: A Novel
Kristin Hannah · Book · 2024
Explores: Female Friendship, Coming-of-Age, Trauma.
Like the fierce warriors in The Woman King, the characters here navigate the harsh realities of war while relying on the unbreakable bonds of female friendship to survive trauma.
The Women
Kristin Hannah · Book
Shares a thread with The Woman King: female empowerment.
Just as The Woman King explores the heavy toll of military service, this narrative examines the sacrifice and post-traumatic stress faced by women serving on the front lines.
Girl, Woman, Other
Bernardine Evaristo · Book · 2019
Explores: Intersectionality, Black Feminism, Identity.
If you valued the exploration of Black womanhood in The Woman King, this novel offers a similarly powerful and fierce look at the identity and struggles of modern women.
Series on the same thread
The Last Kingdom
Stephen Butchard · Series · 2015
Explores: warrior culture, identity crisis, cultural clash.
Those drawn to the epic battles and warrior culture of The Woman King will find a similar intensity in this series that balances political stakes with personal identity.
Chief of War
Thomas Pa'a Sibbett · Series · 2025
Explores: Unification, Cultural Preservation, Colonialism.
Much like the Agojie in The Woman King, the protagonist here leads a fight for cultural preservation and unification against the looming threat of colonial forces and war.
Shōgun
Rachel Kondo · Series · 2024
Explores: Power Struggle, Cultural Clash, Survival.
The Woman King highlights the necessity of honor in times of conflict, a theme mirrored here as characters navigate complex power struggles and survival amidst civil war.
The White Queen
Series · 2013
Explores: Royal Intrigue, Power Struggles, Women in Power.
If the focus on women wielding power in The Woman King captured your interest, you will enjoy this portrayal of women navigating political intrigue during wartime conflict.
Podcasts on the same thread
The History Chicks : A Women's History Podcast
The History Chicks | AIRWAVE · Podcast · 2026
If The Woman King sparked an interest in the untold stories of historical figures, this podcast offers a deeper dive into the remarkable lives of women throughout history.
1619
The New York Times · Podcast · 2019
Explores: systemic racism, national identity, legacy of slavery.
The Woman King centers on the resistance against colonial destruction, and this series provides the essential historical context regarding the legacy of slavery that shaped that struggle.
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Common questions
Is The Woman King based on a true historical group?
Yes, The Woman King is based on the Agojie, an all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey during the 1800s. The film depicts their role as defenders of the kingdom against enemies threatening their way of life.
What is the primary conflict in The Woman King?
The primary conflict in The Woman King centers on General Nanisca training a new generation of recruits to defend the Kingdom of Dahomey. They must prepare for battle against an enemy force that is determined to destroy their society and way of life.
Who does General Nanisca lead in The Woman King?
In The Woman King, General Nanisca leads the Agojie. This is an elite, all-female unit of warriors known for their unique skills and fierceness. She is responsible for training these new recruits to ensure the safety of the Kingdom of Dahomey.
What time period does The Woman King cover?
The Woman King is set in the 1800s. The story focuses on the Kingdom of Dahomey and the historical Agojie warriors as they defend their territory from external threats during this specific era of African history.