The extraordinary story of the Agojie, a group of female warriors who in the nineteenth century protected the African kingdom of Dahomey with a skill and ferocity never seen in the world. Inspired by true events, The Woman King follows the epic and thrilling journey of General Nanisca (Academy Award® winner Viola Davis) as she trains the next generation of recruits and prepares them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life. . Some things are worth fighting for ….