Yuletide Season: 2024’s must-watch movies

December 2024 is shaping up to be a thrilling month for Nollywood fans as cinemas prepare to showcase some of the most anticipated films to round off the year.
Last year’s record-breaking ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, which earned over N1 billion views, highlights how December Nollywood movies have become a tradition for clients.
Producers have flooded social media this festive season with teasers and promotional campaigns, leaving no doubt that this December will be packed with excitement.
Everybody Loves Jenifa
The hilarious and heartwarming Jenifa franchise is back with one of the greatest instalments from the Funke Akindele movie. The all-star movie follows Jennifer on a new journey as a now-established humanitarian.
This sequel, directed by Akindele and Tunde Olaoye, brings back fan favourites like Falz, Nancy Isime, Jackie Appiah, Layi Wasabi and Patience Ozokwor.
Alakada: Bad and Boujee
Toyin Abraham is back with the fifth instalment of the Alakada series, continuing the hilarious escapades of Yetunde, a character beloved for her outrageous lies about her contacts and connections.
Produced by Abraham, the movie features casts like Bimbo Ademoye, Ik Ogbonna, Chimezie Imo, Olumide Oworu, and the music Icon, King Sunny Ade.
Packed with humour and relatability, this movie comedy will surely be a festive favourite.
Christmas in Lagos
Jade Osiberu serves up a holiday romance in this film. The movie is set against the lively backdrop of the Lagos famous ‘Detty December’.
A young lady known as Fiyin who, after a heartbreak, begins to develop feelings for her best friend, Elo.
However, the movie takes a turn after Elo returns to Nigeria, ready to propose to his secret girlfriend, Yagazie.
With a storyline featuring characters like Shaffy Bello, Richard-Mofe Damijo, Waje, Adekunle Gold, Ayra Star, and Ladipoe, the film is a cocktail of drama, romance and Lagos vibes.
Thin Line
A pastor entangled in an investigation into the sudden death of a prostitute, Annie. His life as a pastor and that of his wife, Pastor Dammy, comes to a halt as they try to defend themselves and save their marriage.
Directed by Akay Mason and produced by Mercy Aigbe, the cast includes Iyabo Ojo, The Cute Abiola, Yvonne Jegede, Jaiye Kuti, and Adeniyi Johnson.
This film is packed with intrigue, drama, and complex relationships, promising to keep audiences glued to their screen.
Seven Doors
This Femi Adebayo flick showcases a man’s perfect life unravelling as he is elected the new king of his village, only for an ancient fury to challenge his reign with blood and fury.
The cast includes Adebayo Salami, Muyiwa Ademola, Ronke Oshodi, Gabriel Afolayan, Jide Kosoko, and Yinka Quadiri. It premiered on Dec. 13.
With this dazzling lineup, Nollywood is ready to make this holiday season truly special.
Which movie are you adding to your watchlist?
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