Preview of January Movies and TV Shows
While there are not so many movies to look forward to in January, there are two artistic Nollywood titles to be excited about, and quite a number of returning TV shows. Highlight of New Films […]
Esiri Brothers’ ‘Clarissa’ Selected for Directors’ Fortnight at Cannes 2026
Arie and Chuko Esiri’s sophomore, Clarissa, has been selected as one of 19 feature films to screen at the 58th edition of the Cannes’ Directors’ Fortnight, taking place from May 13-23 alongside the main festival, […]
‘99% Virgin’ Stage Review: Bunmi Awolowo’s Pregnancy-Scare Comedy of Faith and Panic That Doesn’t Quite Commit
Onto virgins, babies are delivered. Debby Whyte who plays the lead, Olamide, anchors this straight-forward comedy about a young woman kicking up a storm over a pregnancy scare. Wary of a shameful loss of face […]
The Current State of Film Distribution in Nollywood
Before we discuss the state of distribution in 2026 in Nollywood, it’s essential to take a brief trip down memory lane to gain a clear understanding of where Nollywood is coming from. In the famous […]
How Two Filmmakers Are Trying to Save Cinema From Lagos
“One thing I appreciate about Nigeria the most now is how backwards it is,” Adebayo Oduwole says with a laugh. On the virtual call in mid March with his collaborative partner Praise Okeoghene Vandeh, the […]
Kava vs Circuits vs EbonyLife ON: Which Nigerian Streaming Platform is Worth it So Far?
As the operations of Netflix and Prime Video in Nigeria remain slowed down, with Showmax on its way out of the market completely, producers and other stakeholders now view local streaming platforms as the latest […]
NollywoodWeek 2026 Unveils First Nigerian Titles and Expands Programme with New Industry Partnerships
The NollywoodWeek Film Festival will return to Paris from May 6 to 10, 2026, with Nigerian films forming the core of its programming. Over the years, the festival has grown into a key international stop […]
Nigeria–Kenya Film Collaborations Continue with Cheta Chukwu’s ‘The Child Will Carry You’, Ella Chikezie’s ‘Nwanne’
A growing number of film projects linking Nigeria and Kenya are beginning to hint at a deeper creative exchange between both industries, with Cheta Chukwu’s The Child Will Carry You and Ella Chikezie’s Nwanne emerging […]
New in Nigeria: Movies and TV Shows to Watch this April 2026
All confirmed to be available in Nigeria in April 2026, you will find the titles in four categories, further listed in order of their release dates: – Nollywood Movies (and select African countries) – Nollywood […]
Where to Watch 2026 AMVCA Nominated Titles
With nominations now out for the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), many viewers are asking one simple question: where can these films be watched? This year’s lineup spans cinema releases, television titles and […]
Full AMVCA 2026 Nominations List: Theatrically Released Titles Dominate Best Movie Category
The nominations for the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) have now been unveiled, setting the stage for the awards ceremony scheduled for May 9. This year’s list arrives with a […]
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