And just like that, it’s Christmas! This December, exciting Nollywood movies are heading to the big and small screens. From comedies or dramatic thrillers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Here’s a detailed look at the most anticipated movies and series coming this month.
Colour Me True (2025) — December 4
Known to the world as Sylvia Philips, a celebrated reality star, sees her life crumble after her true identity is exposed. Retreating to her childhood orphanage, she rediscovers her past and the true meaning of love, family, and self. Colour Me True explores the cost of deceit and what remains when truth catches up.
Starring: Shalewa Ashafa as Ivie, Buchi Franklin as Adolphus, Eseosa Bernard as Ruth, Nnamdi Agbo as Miles, Gerard Adebija as Temisan, Chimdiya Nwigwe as Boma, Amara Uwechi as Aunty Mary, Alison Adeeyinwo as Giggles, Ebuka Stanley as Bilu, and Patience Ujah as Show Host.
Streaming 4 December 2025, exclusively on Prime Video.
This is Not a Nollywood Movie (2025) — December 5
In Wale Ojo’s directorial debut; A failed Igbo director, Okechukwu Adilu, played by Wale Ojo, as he navigates Lagos attempting to make a huge film but repeatedly fails.
Starring: Wale Ojo, Boma AKpore, Bimbo Akintola, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Hanks Anuku, Broda Shaggi, Olumide Oworu and many others
The Covenant (2025) — December 12
Directed by Dimeji Ajibola, the show features a star-studded cast list which includes: Gideon Okeke, Sola Sobowale, Temitope Olowoniyan, Uzee Usman, Segun Arinze, Zybby Micheal, Bimbo Manuel, Ivie Okujaye, Chioma Okafor, Walter Anga, Joseph Momodu and Chinoso Arubayi.
The Covenant is will stream on Netflix (Africa) and Kava TV (International) from December 12, 2025.
Behind The Scenes (2025) — December 12
Behind the Scenes, a is a comedy drama that follows a creative team navigating pressure, ego clashes and on-set chaos. The story captures how filmmakers manage disagreements, deadlines and unexpected challenges while working on a project. Produced by Funke Akindele Network with distribution by FilmOne, Akindele stars and co-directs with Tunde Olaoye
The film stars Iyabo Ojo, Tobi Bakre, Ibrahim Chatta, Victoria Adeleye, Scarlet Gomez, Uzor Arukwe, Wanni Danbaki, Hanni Danbaki, Destiny Etiko, Dele Odule, Abeni Balogun Fausat, Uche Montana, Hafeez Oyetoro, Akinyoola Ayoola, Folakemi Babatunde, Ini Dima-Okojie, Fiyinfoluwa Asenuga, and Adebowale Adedayo.
In cinemas from December 12.
A Very Dirty Christmas (2025) — December 19
Jade disappeared on Christmas Eve. Now her sisters are back and they remember everything. What is everything?
Directed by Akay Mason and produced by Ini Edo, the film stars: Ini Edo, IK Ogbonna, Lateef Adedimeji, Nancy Isime, Wunmi Toriola and many others.
Premieres in cinemas on December 19.
Oversabi Aunty (2025) — December 19
Toun, a self-righteous church usher obsessed with “fixing” others, turns family life into a moral battlefield. Her holy overzealousness peaks at a disastrous wedding introduction, forcing her to confront the chaos she’s created. A witty dramedy about faith, family, and the fine line between devotion and delusion.
Premieres in cinemas on December 19, 2025.
Colours of Fire (2025) — December 24
When a warrior is sent out to hunt a beast believed to be unleashed by his clan’s rivals, he uncovers a darker truth and an unexpected connection. Now he must decide: protect his clan’s honour or risk everything for a forbidden love that could unite or doom their worlds.
Starring; Osas Ighodaro, Uzor Arukwe, Mercy Aigbe, Femi Branch, Gabriel Afolayan and many others.
Coming to cinemas on December 24, 2025
As the year comes to a close, these Nollywood movies offer something special for everyone. Which of these Nollywood movies are you most excited to watch?
Be sure to stay updated as we’ll add more Nollywood movies to this list!
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