As December 2024 begins to unfold, Nigeria enters the center of Detty December, a month recognized for its vibrant celebrations, household gatherings, and—after all—a powerful slate of movie releases.
This yr, the stakes are increased than ever for Nollywood, with the Nigerian field workplace on observe to achieve a projected N11–N12 billion by the top of the month.
With roughly N9 billion in income already generated, the December vacation season holds the promise of driving these numbers even increased.
Because the festive spirit takes over, a spread of extremely anticipated movies is about to grace each cinema screens and streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime. From action-packed thrillers to heartwarming dramas and comedic gems, this yr’s choices cater to a big selection of tastes, guaranteeing that audiences from Lagos to Abuja, and past, have entry to forcing storytelling wherever they’re.
Right here’s a roundup of a few of the standout Nollywood movies and Hollywood you may anticipate to observe this vacation season in Nigeria, whether or not in theaters or at house.
1 All people Loves Jenifa (December thirteenth)
Funke Akindele returns to the massive display with an exhilarating new installment of her Jenifa’s Diary sequence. On this action-packed drama, Jenifa and her crew discover themselves in sizzling water after by accident stumbling upon a lethal drug lord in Ghana. With a star-studded solid together with Persistence Ozokwor, Falz, and Nancy Isime, this sequel guarantees loads of laughs, drama, and excessive stakes.
2. The Waiter (December twentieth)
Displaying: Nigerian cinemasAY Makun leads this action-comedy a couple of waiter who finds himself caught in the midst of a resort invasion. Directed by Toka McBaror, The Waiter incorporates a incredible ensemble solid together with Shaffy Bello, Deyemi Okanlawon, and Regina Daniels. This high-octane film is ideal for these in search of thrills combined with humor.
3. Thinline (December thirteenth)
Displaying: Nigerian CinemasMercy Aigbe’s Thinline is a gripping homicide thriller that explores religion, morality, and redemption. After an opportunity encounter with an escort, Pastor Raymond’s life spirals into chaos, resulting in tragedy.
That includes Mercy Aigbe, Iyabo Ojo, and Uzor Arukwe, this suspenseful drama is bound to maintain viewers on the sting of their seats.
4. Seven Doorways (December thirteenth)
Displaying: NetflixFemi Adebayo’s directorial debut takes us again to 18th- and Nineteenth-century Nigeria on this historic drama about love, energy, and custom. Starring Femi Adebayo and Chioma Akpotha, Seven Doorways explores the cultural upheavals introduced by an outsider’s affect.
Streaming on Netflix, this restricted sequence guarantees to be a deal with for followers of historic narratives.
5. One Evening Company (December twenty fifth)
Displaying: Nigeria/Ghana CinemasThis cross-border collaboration between Nigerian and Ghanaian filmmakers explores how random encounters can change lives.
Starring Annabel Apara, Ini Edo, and Chidi Mokeme, One Evening Company will premiere in each Ghana and Nigeria on Christmas Day, providing a heartwarming story that’s good for the vacation season.
6. Alakada: Unhealthy and Boujee (December 20)
Displaying: Nigerian CinemasToyin Abraham is again with the fifth installment of her common Alakada sequence. In Unhealthy and Boujee, Yetunde’s misadventures and larger-than-life aspirations make for a hilarious vacation journey.
This comedy is bound to turn out to be a household favourite, stuffed with humor and relatability.
7. Christmas in Lagos (December twentieth)
Displaying: Amazon PrimeJade Osiberu’s Christmas in Lagos captures the vibrancy and vitality of Lagos throughout Detty December. This romantic drama explores love triangles and household dynamics towards the backdrop of the festive season, with performances by Teniola Aladese and Shaffy Bello.
Set to premiere in cinemas, it’s an ideal strategy to expertise the vacation magic of Lagos.
8. Mufasa: The Lion King (December twentieth)
Displaying: Nigerian Cinemas
Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) is a photorealistically animated musical drama directed by Barry Jenkins, serving as each a prequel and sequel to the 2019 remake of Disney’s The Lion King.
The movie options returning voices from the 2019 remake, together with Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, and Beyoncé, alongside new solid members like Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., and Thandiwe Newton. Introduced in 2020, the movie confronted delays as a result of 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike.
Devoted to James Earl Jones, the movie explores Mufasa’s origins and his legacy. It premieres December 9, 2024, with a U.S. launch on December 20.
