Damilola Orimogunje’s Dear Ajayi begins a limited cinema release in Nigeria today, September 18, following its historic world premiere at the Giornate degli Autori parallel section during the 2026 Venice International Film Festival. The film […]
When Eyimofe premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival in February 2020, it became the first Nigerian film officially selected at the Berlinale. Over the next year, it travelled to festivals across multiple countries, won […]
Faith, history, politics, cross country romance and alternate futures all have one thing in common this October in Nile Entertainment. Led by Moses Babatope, the two-year-old company is preparing for one of its busiest months […]
This week on Nollywood Distilled, Nigerian cinema continues to expand its global reach while the business at home shows no signs of slowing down. From another major international festival showcase and market opportunities at TIFF […]
As Trino Motion Pictures enters its second decade, the Nigerian production and sales company is setting its sights on a pair of ambitious international distribution goals: securing a Hollywood studio-backed pipeline for its films in […]
Melon House’s debut feature Adanne, directed by Orobosa Ikponmwen, is set to begin its festival run with selections at the All African Independent Film Festival (AAIFF) in Kigali, Rwanda, and the Women of the Lens […]
All confirmed for release or availability in Nigeria in September 2026, this guide brings together Nollywood releases, international titles, new streaming releases and Nigerian cinema releases. The movies and TV shows are grouped into four […]
Nigeria is named Country of Focus at FIC Luanda, Dear Ajayi maps its journey from Venice to Nigerian cinemas, Kava celebrates one year and prepares its first original, FilmJoint opens submissions for 2027, Night of June 7th faces a regulatory delay, and The Headies continues to spotlight music created for film and television.
Dare Olaitan returns to the director’s chair with Alahun: The Weaver, a Yoruba epic adventure filled with spirits, mythical creatures, and an unlikely hero at its centre. The film asks many questions, such as what the measure of a true hero is, and how love can transcend societal limitations.
EXCLUSIVE: Beyond Olympic Glory (2025) follows Cynthia Ogunsemilore’s journey from Bariga to the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she was set to represent Nigeria in boxing. However, a doping allegation forced her to withdraw a day […]