If you are looking for Nollywood’s Most Anticipated Movies of 2024 then this article will provide you all the details. There have been a range of hit production and releases that have been coming out in 2024. Although we are almost at the end of this year, the Nollywood film industry keeps popping out more new releases.
Top 10 Nollywood’s Most Anticipated Movies of 2024
Among Nollywood’s Most Anticipated Movies of 2024 these are some of the top ten movies that you cannot miss despite the genre you enjoy.
Hijack ’93
A historical drama based on a real life incident that includes a group of Nigerian teenagers that hijacked an airplane in 1993.
Recall
If you are looking for a psychological thriller, this is the one for you which is also a romance that turns into a mystery.
Seven Doors
This movie focuses on a relationship between a Yoruba king and his wife of Igbo decent.
A Christmas in Lagos
If you are someone who enjoys rom-coms, this will be a warm Christmas movie for you.
Everybody Loves Jenifa
This is one of Funke Akindele’s upcoming films that you cannot miss.
Alakada: Bad and Boujee
Toyin Abraham continues to release films despite his political controversies.
Suspicion
If you are into suspense thrillers this is one for you, directed by Tosin Igho. This is a unique film which explores ritual practises and its victims.
The Waiter
This is a movie that drives into the Nigerian socio-political landscape which is an upcoming box office.
Thin Line
When a women chooses bad men her dating game changes. The typical Saturday night movie you might just be looking for.
Ekpebiwo M (I Have Decided)
When a village chief ends up ditching his tradition and converts to Christianity to become an evangelist, things in his village take a turn against him.
Conclusion
Nollywood’s Most Anticipated Movies of 2024 comes with an exciting mix of historical dramas, thrillers, and heartfelt rom-coms, promising something for every viewer. As these highly anticipated films hit screens, they highlight the industry’s rich storytelling and creative diversity.
Key Points
- Hijack 93, a historical drama is based on a true story about Nigerian teenagers who hijacked a flight in 1993.
- Kunle Afolayan will premiere his psychological thriller, Recall, at AFRIFF on November 7, 2024.
- Femi Adebayo’s Seven Doors, a film about a Yoruba king and his Igbo wife, will stream on Netflix.
- Jade Osiberu returns to rom-com with the star-studded Christmas in Lagos.
- Ekpebiwo M (I Have Decided) This Igbo epic film, releasing on November 8, 2024, tells the story of a village chief who rejects tradition for Christianity.
FAQs
Which movie is the first Nollywood movie?
The first movie was made in Nigeria in 1926 which was directed by Geoffrey Barkas.
How many Nollywood films are released a week?
Around 50 movies are released in a week and annually Nollywood generates $590 million.
What is the golden age of Nollywood?
This was a time that depicted the Nigerian film industry that introduced motion pictures back in the late 1950s to the late 1980s. Visual and sound production along with distribution methods were utilised during this period.
What rank is Nollywood in the world?
It is the second largest film industry that produces over 2,500 movies per year.
