All confirmed to be available in Nigeria in December 2024, you will find the titles in four categories, further listed in order of their release dates:
– Nollywood Movies (and select African countries)
– Nollywood TV shows (and select African countries)
– International Movies
– International TV shows
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Nollywood Films Available to Watch In December 2024
December 5
When Loves Strikes
When Loves Strikes follows the story of a young talented footballer played by Natse Jemide who aspires to a football career in Europe but meets a pushback from his mother. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, When Love Strikes will stream on Prime Video on December 5 after its theatrical release in September 2024.
December 13
Everybody Loves Jenifa
Funke Akindele ushers in the December comedy season with her return to the Jenifa franchise with a new title Everybody Loves Jenifa. The film follows Jenifa as a now-established humanitarian who finds herself entangled in one hot water after another. It stars Akindele herself, alongside Folarin “Falz” Falana, Layi Wasabi, and Bisola Aiyeola, and will premiere in cinemas nationwide.
Thin Line
This holiday season Thin Line, directed by Akay Mason and produced by Mercy Aigbe hits the cinemas. The film, teased as a journey of self-discovery involving a Pastor caught in a sex scandal with a sex worker. It stars Mercy Aigbe, Uche Montana, Iyabo Ojo,Uzor Arukwe, Yvonne Jegede and Adeniyi Johnson
Disaster Holiday
In this Disaster Holiday, a dad trying to win over his kids promises an exotic vacation but secretly reroutes the family to Durban instead of Zanzibar to attend a big work meeting. Under the guise of a family road trip, their dream getaway spirals into chaos as he scrambles to secure a promotion while managing the unravelling trip. Starring Kenny Nkosi, Tina Jaxa, Lunathi Mampofu, and Deli Malinga, the film is coming soon to Netflix.
December 14
A Danfo Christmas
A Danfo Christmas follows a group of people as they travel for Christmas to get a break from the bustle of Lagos. Starring Seun Kentebe, Valerie Odunukwe, Korede Lawal, Loveth Ogbene, the Sebastian Ukwa-directed First Features film premieres on Prime Video.
December 20
Alakada: Bad and Boujee
Alakada returns to the big screen with Alakada: Bad and Boujee, the fifth installment in Toyin Abraham’s popular comedic franchise. Produced by Abraham herself, the film features Bimbo Akintola, Kie-kie, Ronke Odusanya, Ik Ogbonna and Bimbo Ademoye.
Christmas In Lagos
Jade Osiberu is back with a new romantic drama coming to Prime Video. It follows Fiyin who after a heartbreak is convinced her best friend Elo is her soulmate and Gbemi who’s torn between her longtime boyfriend and a former lover and high school sweetheart. Coming to Prime video the Holiday romance stars Teniola Aladese, Shaffy Bello, Richard Mofe Damijo, Wale Ojo.
The Waiter
The Waiter, a new title from AY Makun, premieres on the big screen. The film follows another Akpos adventure in this action comedy Directed by Toka McBaror, the film stars Bucci Franklin, Sunshine Rosman, Deyemi Okanlawon, and Rahama Sadau.
December 25
One Night Guests
The Nigerian-Ghanaian suspense drama One Night Guests, directed by Peter Sedufia (Keteke, Aloe Vera), features Majid Michel, James Gardiner, Anita “Real Warri Pikin” Asuoha, Chidi Mokeme, and Ini Edo. The film will be available to watch in cinemas.
Nollywood TV Shows Available to Watch in December 2024
December 2
Soft Life S1
Soft Life, coming soon to Showmax, delves into the life of Owami, a young woman Driven by the urgent need to cover her mother’s escalating medical expenses, ventures into the world of high-society companionship., Owami takes on this risky new role carefully concealing her dual life to avoid jeopardizing everything she holds dear.
The series stars Zizipho Buti, Mampho Brescia, Katlego Lebogang, and Nambitha Mpumlwana.
December 4
The Men’s Club: New Gen
Get ready for some more fun and heat this new season as new additions join the OGs at the Men’s club. This new group are four fresh faces: Kashope, Francis, Obinna, and Tokini, younger, wild, free, and ready to reconnect while leaning on each other through life’s twists. Coming to Prime Video.
December 13
Seven Doors S1
Femi Adebayo’s directorial debut Seven Doors sees a man’s perfect life unravel when he is elected as the new king of his village, only for an ancient prophecy to challenge his reign with blood and fury. Joining Femi Adebayo are Chioma Akpotha, Adebayo Salami, Gabriel Afolayan, Ronke Oshodi, Muyiwa Ademola and Jide Kosoko. Coming to Netflix.
Roses and Ivy
Biodun Stephen (Big Love, Breaded Life) returns to the screen with a new offering, in what is teased to be a drama series this Yuletide season. The four-part series coming to Prime Video is set to star Uche Montana, Taiwo Arimoro, Munachi Abi, Jaye Kuti, , Kalu ikeagwu and Ego Obaro.
December 20
Umjolo: Day Ones
The second in the Netflix four-part film collection, Umjolo: Day Ones follows Zanele and Andile who have been best friends since day one. But now that Andile is married with kids, Zanele is left uncertain about the future of their relationship. It stars Menzi Biyela, · Sibusisiwe Jili and Khumbulani Kay Sibiya.
Mo-Faya
The new Kenyan drama series Mo-Faya is set to premiere on Netflix. Directed by Reuben Odanga (Selina, Nafsi), the show follows Zawadie, a young woman seeking a fresh start with her boyfriend, Brian. However, their plans are derailed by shocking family revelations and Brian’s hidden connections to a dangerous criminal underworld. The series features including Lorna Lemi, Brahim Ouma, Tobit Tom, Mathew Ngugi, Alex Mwakideu, Blessing Lung’aho, Basil Mungai, Tessy Njine, and Cate Rira.
Hollywood Films Available to Watch In December 2024
December 1
Firestarter
Based on Stephen King’s sci-fi novel, Firestarter showing on Netflix follows Charlie, a young girl with the ability to start fires with her mind. As her powers grow, she and her family become the target of malevolent forces determined to exploit her abilities. The film stars Zac Efron, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Sydney Lemmon, Kurtwood Smith, John Beasley, Michael Greyeyes, and Gloria Reuben.
December 2
The Killer
The Killer, an action thriller directed by John Woo, is a remake of his 1989 film Singer. The story follows an assassin attempting to redeem himself by helping restore the sight of a young woman. The film stars Nathalie Emmanuel, Omar Sy, Sam Worthington, Diana Silvers, Eric Cantona, and Saïd Taghmaoui. Coming to Showmax.
December 4
That Christmas
An animated Christmas fantasy comedy based on Richard Curtis’s children’s book trilogy That Christmas and Other Stories is coming to Netflix. Set in Wellington-on-Sea, it tells the story of a Christmas disrupted by the worst snowstorm in history, impacting everyone’s plans, including Santa’s. The film features the voices of Brian Cox, Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker, and Bill Nighy.
December 6
Lord of The Rings: The War of Rohirrim
Based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s lore, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is an anime fantasy expanding the epic world of Middle-earth with a dramatic tale of honor, legacy, and resilience centered on Helm Hammerhand, the legendary king of Rohan, and his family’s valiant defense against an invasion by the Dunlendings. Featuring voice performances by Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, Luke Pasqualino, and Miranda Otto. coming to Netflix.
Wonka
Enter into the enchanting world of Roald Dahl’s chocolate factory with Wonka, a whimsical origin story exploring Willy Wonka’s early days as a budding chocolatier. The film follows his dream of opening a shop in a city dominated by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers.
Wonka heading to Showmax features an ensemble cast, including Timothée Chalamet, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Matthew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, Olivia Colman, and Hugh Grant.
December 9
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
Steven Spielberg’s E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial is returning to screens via Showmax. The iconic sci-fi classic tells the heartwarming story of an alien stranded on Earth, who is discovered and hidden by a young boy named Elliot. As a government task force hunts for the creature, Elliot and his siblings develop a deep emotional connection with their extraordinary new friend. The film stars Dee Wallace, Henry Thomas, Peter Coyote, Robert MacNaughton, and Drew Barrymore,
IF
IF is a whimsical live-action and animated comedy coming to Showmax featuring an ensemble cast. The film stars Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, and Fiona Shaw, along with voice performances by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., and Steve Carell.
The story centers on a young girl navigating a challenging experience, who suddenly gains the ability to see the forgotten imaginary friends of adults who have left them behind as they’ve grown up.
December 11
Maria
Maria is a 2024 biographical psychological drama about the life of opera legend Maria Callas. The film, set during her final years in 1970s Paris, stars Angelina Jolie in the titular role. The cast also includes Aggelina Papadopoulou, Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, and Kodi Smit-McPhee as Mandrax. Maria will be available to stream on Netflix.
December 13
Carry On
In Carry On A young TSA officer is blackmailed into letting a dangerous package onboard an upcoming flight during Christmas Day. The action thriller stars Taron Egerton, Sofia Carson, Danielle Deadwyler and Jason Bateman, coming to Netflix.
Kraven the Hunter
Kraven the Hunter, the third installment in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, brings the Marvel Comic’s anti-hero to life exploring Kraven’s complex relationship with his ruthless father, Nikolai Kravinoff starting him down a path of vengeance with brutal consequences, motivating him to become not only the greatest hunter in the world, but also one of its most feared. Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the titular Kraven, the film also features Ariana DeBose, Fred Hechinger, Alessandro Nivola, Christopher Abbott, and Russell Crowe. Kraven the Hunter heads to cinemas worldwide.
December 20
Six Triple Eight
Six Triple Eight is a war drama film written, produced, and directed by Tyler Perry, chronicling the story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion—an all-Black, all-female battalion from World War II. The film, inspired by Kevin M. Hymel’s 2019 historical article on the battalion, stars Kerry Washington, Oprah Winfrey, Sam Waterston, and Susan Sarandon. It will be released on Netflix.
Mufasa: The Lion King
Mufasa: The Lion King, a prequel to the iconic film The Lion King, heads to cinemas. Set after the events of the original, it tells the origin story of Mufasa and Taka, as narrated by Rafiki to Kiara, Mufasa’s granddaughter. The story follows orphaned Mufasa, who befriends Taka, heir to a royal bloodline, and the two become like brothers. The film stars Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Blue-Ivy Carter.
Sonic The Hedgehog 3
Sonic the Hedgehog 3, an action-adventure comedy based on the popular video game series, following the events of Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2. In this installment, Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails form an alliance to save the planet and face off against Shadow, a powerful new adversary Reprising their roles are Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, and Idris Elba. The film will be available in cinemas nationwide.
A Quiet Place: Day One
A Quiet Place: Day One the third installment in the A Quiet Place horror franchise, heads to Showmax. Lupita Nyong’o stars as a terminally ill woman navigating the terrifying outbreak in New York City, where blind extraterrestrial creatures with hypersensitive hearing wreak havoc. It also stars Joseph Quinn, and Djimon Hounsou.
December 23
The Color Purple
The Color Purple, the musical drama, is coming to Showmax! It’s based on the stage adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning 1982 novel. It tells the story of Celie, an African American woman navigating an abusive marriage in the early 1900s American South. The film features a star-studded cast, including Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, H.E.R., Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and Fantasia Barrino in her film debut.
December 25
Nosferatu
Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu is a gothic tale of obsession, centered on a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire who becomes dangerously infatuated with her, unleashing a wave of horror. The film features Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, Simon McBurney, and Willem Dafoe. Coming to Cinemas.
Hollywood TV Shows Available to Watch In December 2024
December 5
Black Doves
Keira Knightley stars as Helen, an undercover spy who begins a passionate affair with a man unaware of her true identity in this new thriller series. When her lover is caught by London’s dangerous underworld, Helen’s employers bring in Sam to protect her. Co-starring Sarah Lancashire, Ben Whishaw, Andrew Koji, Andrew Buchan, and Omari Douglas, the series is set to premiere on Netflix.
December 10
Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was
Known for his multi-faceted talents as an actor, comedian, and singer, Jamie Foxx is returning to stand-up after a 20-year hiatus with his new Netflix special, What Had Happened Was. In this show, he’ll share stories from his life, recounting his recent health scare.
One Hundred Years of Solitude
Gabriel García Márquez’s Nobel Prize-winning novel, One Hundred Years of Solitude, series adaptation is headed to Netflix. The story follows seven generations of the Buendía family as they experience love, loss, and the pull of fate in the mystical town of Macondo. The cast includes Claudio Cataño, Susana Morales, Marco González, Ella Becerra, Carlos Suárez, Viña Machado, and Moreno Borja.
Secret Level
Secret Level is an animated anthology series coming to Prime Video, featuring 15 stories set in the worlds of various video games. The series is voiced by Arnold Schwarzenegger, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Kevin Hart, Laura Bailey, Heaven Hart, Keanu Reeves, Gabriel Luna, Ariana Greenblatt and Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje.
December 12
No Good Deed
Emmy Award-winning actors Lisa Kudrow (Friends) and Ray Romano (Everybody Loves Raymond) headline this black comedy series about three families competing to buy the same house, each believing it will solve their problems. The show also stars Linda Cardellini, Luke Wilson, Teyonah Parris, Abbi Jacobson, Poppy Liu, Denis Leary, and O-T Fagbenle, and is coming to Netflix.
30 Rock S1-7
All seven seasons and episodes of the hit show by Tina Fey (Unbreakable Kimmy Shmidt, SNL) are headed to Showmax. Come relieve the crazy world that takes place behind the scenes of TGS with Tracy Jordan show as Liz Lemon, head writer deals with an arrogant new boss and a crazy new star while trying to run a successful television show without losing her mind.
December 16
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S1&2
A prequel to Star Trek: The Original Series, the show follows the crew of the USS Enterprise under Captain Christopher Pike. Starring Anson Mount, Ethan Peck, Jess Bush, Christina Chong and Celia Rose Gooding, it will be available to watch on Showmax
December 19
Virgin River S6
The sixth season of Virgin River on Netflix follows, New beginnings, uncovered secrets and second thoughts: As Mel and Jack prepare for the wedding, they learn more about each other and their loved ones. It stars Alexandra Breckenridge, Martin Henderson, Colin Lawrence and Jenny Cooper.
December 26
Squid Game S2
Netflix’s Korean dystopian survival series Squid Game returns for a second season, set three years after Gi-hun’s victory. Instead of leaving for the United States, Gi-hun returns with a new resolve and reenters the deadly survival game, once again facing life-or-death challenges alongside new contestants vying for the ₩45.6 billion prize. The new season features returning stars Lee Jung-jae, Wi Ha-joon, and Lee Byung-hun.
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