As the year draws to a close, December 2025 promises a cinematic feast for film lovers in Nigeria.
From highly anticipated Nollywood finales to blockbuster international releases and exciting streaming debuts, the month is set to keep audiences glued to both cinema screens and their favourite platforms.
1). At the centre of attention is King of Boys 3: The Beginning of the End. Sola Sobowale returns as the formidable Eniola Salami in Kemi Adetiba’s long-awaited political thriller, bringing the epic saga to its dramatic conclusion. Fans of high-stakes drama will not want to miss this final chapter.
2). Niyi Akinmolayan presents Colours of Fire, a fantasy epic that follows a warrior’s journey to hunt a beast, only to discover truths that challenge his loyalty and sense of duty. The film stars Osas Ighodaro and Uzor Arukwe and promises to dazzle with its high production values and gripping storyline.
3). Comedy enthusiasts can look forward to Oversabi Aunty, Toyin Abraham’s directorial debut. This family comedy revolves around a meddlesome aunt whose well-meaning interference turns a wedding celebration into chaos.
4). The holiday season brings A Very Dirty Christmas, featuring Ini Edo and Lateef Adedimeji in a story where a family gathering exposes long-buried secrets and past tensions, a festive drama with heart and humour.
5). Funke Akindele returns with Behind the Scenes, a personal project examining the pressures of fame and the “black tax” culture in Nollywood, giving audiences a reflective, behind-the-camera perspective.
International BlockbustersGlobal audiences will be treated to the release of Avatar:
1). Fire and Ash, James Cameron’s third instalment in the franchise, introducing the fiery volcanic “Ash People” of Pandora.
2). For fans of suspenseful survival horror, Anaconda delivers a modern jungle reboot that revisits childhood fears with a contemporary twist.
Streaming Highlights
Streaming platforms are also keeping December exciting.
1). Showmax premieres Wizkid: Long Live Lagos, a documentary chronicling the superstar’s journey from Surulere to international fame, complete with behind-the-scenes footage and candid interviews.
2). Netflix audiences can dive into The Covenant, a thriller about a family confronting deadly forces to rescue a kidnapped brother, starring Sola Sobowale and Zubby Michael.
3). The third instalment of the popular whodunit series, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, also arrives on Netflix, featuring detective Benoit Blanc navigating a small-town mystery.
4). Finally, Daughters of Water (Showmax/Africa Magic) explores the spiritual rituals of young women during the annual Ukang Festival, offering a culturally rich drama that captures tradition and mysticism.
