FilmOne Unveils 2027 Nollywood Movies at 2026 Showcase

FilmOne Entertainment has given Nollywood lovers plenty to anticipate after unveiling an exciting lineup of upcoming cinema releases at its 2026 End-of-Year Exhibitors Showcase, held in Lagos on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

The event, themed “Screening the Future,” brought together filmmakers, actors, producers, distributors, cinema exhibitors, and other key players in the entertainment industry for an evening celebrating the growth of cinema and the future of African storytelling.

The highly anticipated showcase provided an opportunity for FilmOne to highlight its upcoming film projects, announce new creative collaborations and give industry stakeholders an exclusive glimpse into the movies expected to dominate cinema screens in 2027.

FilmOne Unveils Its 2027 Cinema Lineup

One of the biggest highlights of the event was the unveiling of FilmOne’s 2027 Nollywood cinema slate, featuring established filmmakers, actors and emerging creative collaborations.

The announced projects span different quarters of the year, demonstrating the distributor’s continued investment in Nigerian filmmaking and theatrical releases.

Among the filmmakers and entertainers attached to the upcoming projects are:

• Eniola Ajao: The actress and filmmaker is set to collaborate with FilmOne Studios on a new project scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.
• Kayode Kasum: The filmmaker will return with another project in partnership with FilmOne Studios and Film Trybe.
• Odunlade Adekola: The actor and filmmaker is also expected to deliver a new production through his collaboration with FilmOne Studios and OAFP.
• Falz and Layi Wasabi: The duo is joining forces for a collaborative production under their respective media companies in partnership with FilmOne Studios, scheduled for the second quarter of 2027.
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• Daniel Etim-Effiong and Ife Fayankin: The filmmakers are collaborating on a project titled Altar, in partnership with FilmOne Studios and Inkblot Productions.
• Muyiwa Ademola: The filmmaker is preparing to return to cinemas with Alapadupe, a new version of one of his earlier stories.
• Toolz Oniru Demuren: The media personality is set to make her theatrical directorial debut with a feature film scheduled for May 2027.
• Stan Eze: The actor takes on an executive production role in Obi Agu, scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2027.
• Timini Egbuson: The actor and filmmaker will also feature in the 2027 slate with another production in collaboration with FilmOne Studios.

The lineup reflects a growing interest in collaborations between established Nollywood personalities and new creative voices.

Funke Akindele’s ‘The Four (No One Fights Alone)’ Takes the Spotlight

Another major talking point from the showcase was the presentation of The Four (No One Fights Alone), a forthcoming movie by award-winning filmmaker Funke Akindele.

The film is scheduled to hit cinemas nationwide on December 11, 2026, with FilmOne Entertainment handling its distribution.

Other Upcoming Movies to Look Out For

Beyond the 2027 slate, the showcase also highlighted several upcoming releases expected to arrive in cinemas before the end of 2026.

These include:

1. Loving Itohan

The upcoming film marks Nancy Isime’s debut as an executive producer. Described as a story involving love, secrets, and unexpected twists, Loving Itohan is scheduled for nationwide cinema release on November 6, 2026.

2. Ramayana: Part One

FilmOne also highlighted the highly anticipated international production Ramayana: Part One, which is scheduled to arrive in Nigerian cinemas on November 5, 2026.

3. Bestie

Featuring Toyin Abraham, Bestie is another upcoming cinema release scheduled for December 16, 2026.

4. Disney’s Upcoming Releases

The showcase also previewed Disney’s upcoming film slate, including Avengers: Doomsday and Hexed, with Hexed scheduled for November 27, 2026.

These releases further demonstrate FilmOne’s position in connecting Nigerian cinema audiences with both local and international productions.

FilmOne Recognises Outstanding Cinematic Achievement

The event was not solely about upcoming releases. It also provided an opportunity to celebrate excellence and recognise outstanding contributions to the Nigerian film industry.

The Outstanding Cinematic Achievement Award was presented to the team behind Call of My Life, recognising the work of Dammy Twitch, Blessing Uzzi and the film’s cast and crew.

The recognition highlighted the importance of celebrating the creative professionals whose contributions continue to push the boundaries of Nigerian filmmaking.