Nollywood is preparing for another exciting festive season as some of Nigeria's biggest filmmakers get ready to bring new productions to audiences in December 2026. With the Christmas and New Year holidays approaching, movie lovers have several new titles to look forward to including productions from Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, Mo Abudu and Femi Adebayo.
Among the anticipated releases are a film adaptation of Lola Shoneyin's popular novel, a sequel to a Yoruba epic, and new projects exploring friendship, family and relationships.
Here are four upcoming Nigerian movies to look out for in December 2026.
1. The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives
Release date: December 4, 2026
Platform: Nigerian cinemas
One of the most anticipated Nollywood releases this December is The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives, a film adaptation of Lola Shoneyin's acclaimed 2010 novel of the same name. Produced by Mo Abudu's EbonyLife Films and directed by Daniel Oriahi, the movie explores marriage, jealousy, family secrets and the complicated relationships within a polygamous household.
The story follows Baba Segi, wealthy Yoruba patriarch with three wives and several children. His household is thrown into turmoil following the arrival of his fourth wife, Bolanle, an educated young woman whose inability to conceive raises questions about the family's long-hidden secrets.
The movies features an impressive cast including Odunlade Adekola, Iyabo Ojo, Mercy Aigbe, Bimbo Ademoye and Omowunmi Dada. Other actors include Nancy Isime, Bisola Aiyeola, Uzor Arukwe and Mike Ezuruonye.
Having been selected for the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival's Centrepiece programme, the production is already attracting attention ahead of its Nigerian cinema release on December 4.
2. Jagun Jagun 2: War of Warriors
Release date: December 4, 2026
Platform: Netflix
Fans of Yoruba epic movies have another reason to be excited as Femi Adebayo prepares to return with Jagun Jagun 2: War of Warriors. The upcoming movie is a sequel to the 2023 Yoruba epic Jagun Jagun, which introduced audiences to a world of warriors, powerful kingdoms, betrayal and intense battles.
Femi Adebayo returns as the producer, with Tope Adebayo Salami and Adebayo Tijani directing the sequel. Unlike the first movie's theatrical journey, the sequel is scheduled to premiere exclusively on Netflix on December 4, 2026.
Although detailed plot information remains limited, the sequel is expected to continue the story established in the first instalment, bringing more action and drama to viewers. The return of the popular Yoruba epic is undoubtedly one of the December releases fans will be watching out for.
3. The Four: No One Fights Alone
Release date: December 11, 2026
Platform: Cinemas
Funke Akindele is set to return to the big screen with another highly anticipated production titled The Four: No One Fights Alone. Written, directed and produced by Akindele, the movie explores themes of friendship, motherhood, sacrifice, resilience and the strength of women.
The story follows Esosa and three other women who come together to fight for the future of a young man they love. However, their journey puts their courage, loyalty and relationships to the test.
The production features a star-studded cast led by Funke Akindele, alongside Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Ali Nuhu and Uzor Arukwe. Other cast members include Waje, Wunmi Toriola, Ronke Oshodi-Oke, Antar Laniyan and singer Shoday.
With Funke Akindele's impressive history of box-office successes, including A Tribe Called Judah, Everybody Loves Jenifa and Behind the Scenes, expectations are already high for her latest project.
The Four: No One Fights Alone is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on December 11, 2026.
4. Bestie
Release date: December 16, 2026
Platform: Nigerian cinemas
Toyin Abraham is also joining the December movie lineup with her upcoming production, Bestie. The actress and filmmaker announced the movie in September 2026, confirming that it would arrive in cinemas nationwide on December 16. Although the full storyline has not been disclosed, the announced cast includes several familiar faces in Nollywood.
The movie features Toyin Abraham, Pete Edochie, Sola Sobowale, Maurice Sam, Reminisce and Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi. Abraham is also directing the production, adding another project to her growing list of filmmaking credits.
Following the success of her previous cinema release, Oversabi Aunty, expectations are high for what she has prepared for audiences this festive season.
Final Thoughts
December 2026 is already looking promising for Nollywood, with several established filmmakers preparing to entertain audiences during the festive period.
From the family secrets in The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives to the action and adventure expected in Jagun Jagun 2, movie lovers have different stories to look forward to.
Funke Akindele's The Four: No One Fights Alone and Toyin Abraham's Bestie also add to the growing excitement surrounding the December cinema lineup.
With more filmmakers potentially announcing festive releases, the list of upcoming Nigerian movies could expand before the end of the year.
For now, these four productions are among the December 2026 releases worth keeping an eye on.