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Under the Influence follows Dami, a fresh university graduate whose life takes an unexpected turn after an argument with his brother. Stream now, with new episodes released every Friday.

In this Nigerian Showmax Original drama series, Dami, played by Iremide Adeoye (WURA), is a fresh university graduate who relocates to Lagos to live with his older brother, Ayo, portrayed by Bobby Ekpe (Love Unplanned). But life in Lagos is nothing like he’d expected, and living with his brother provides its own challenges.

To vent his frustrations, Dami rants on social media – and his post goes viral. As his online following grows, Dami learns what it means to juggle life in the spotlight, newfound fame and tough family dynamics.

Directed and written by UrbanGidi founder and creative director, Wande Thomas, (Lara of Lagos, Napped, and The Smart Money Woman 2), the series features exciting breakout stars Eva Ibiam, Dante Okere, Isioma Oke-Nwosu and Funmbi Oguntoye.

Stream Under the Influence now, with new episodes landing every Friday on Showmax.

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Under the Influence: Funmbi Oguntoye on the price of fame

Funmbi Oguntoye talks about the thrill of playing Amaka in the Showmax drama series Under the Influence. Catch new episodes every Friday.

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Isioma Okey-Nwosu in Under the Influence: “I’m not easily swayed”

Isioma Okey-Nwosu discusses his role and the nuances of social media fame in Under the Influence, now streaming on Showmax, with new episodes every Friday.

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Under the Influence star Bobby Ekpe on social media drama

Bobby Ekpe on playing Ayo in Under the Influence, dealing with sibling scuffles, and his cringiest social media moment. New land Fridays on Showmax.

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Under the Influence’s Iremide Adeoye says you’ll be hooked!

Iremide Adeoye talks about his role as Dami in the Nigerian Original series Under the Influence, now streaming on Showmax. New episodes land every Friday on Showmax.

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Under the Influence starts with chaos, comedy and family drama

Under the Influence debuts with chaos, comedy and drama. Catch new episodes of the Nigerian Showmax Original every Friday.

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Director Wande Thomas speaks on fame and identity in new series Under the Influence, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Friday.

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