“Oh, March had better films. April is empty!” Excuse you—clean your mouth, because that’s a lie.
April is already bursting with colour and drama, and Nollywood is showing off like it has a point to prove. The Easter holidays are around the corner, and if you’re looking for something exciting to watch, the real question is: What exactly are you in the mood for? Romance? Drama? Comedy? Thriller? Nollywood has got it all lined up for you this month.
Let’s take a look at some of the most talked-about Nollywood films coming your way this April:
Recall– Now Showing in Cinemas (April 4)
Kunle Afolayan returns with a psychological thriller that will mess with your mind—in the best way. Recall follows Anita, a woman who wakes up to discover she has forgotten the last ten years of her life. No memory of her husband, her children, or her past. As she struggles to remember, she finds herself caught between supernatural forces and psychological twists. The cast? Pure fire: Sharon Ooja, Jimmy Jean-Louis, Bimbo Akintola, Patience Ozokwor, and Tina Mba.
A Lagos Love Story – April 11 (Netflix)
Directed by Naz Onuzo and co-written with Ozzy Etomi, this romantic story follows Afrobeats sensation King Kator (played by Mike Afolarin), who unexpectedly falls for his assistant (Jemima Osunde). Their love story is anything but simple. Also featuring Susan Pwajok, Uche Montana, and IK Osakioduwa, this one drops on Netflix and is perfect for your couch-and-popcorn moments.
Family Brouhaha – April 11 (Cinemas)
Nobody does chaos like family, and this film knows it. Directed by Femi Adebayo, the plot remains hush-hush but with a tagline like “We are chaotically coming through,” expect madness, laughter, and drama all in one. The cast? Legends like Joke Silva, Shaffy Bello, Timini Egbuson, Gabriel Afolayan, Tina Mba, and Wale Ojo.
Radio Voice
Ever heard a redemption story set in a radio station? From the creative mind of Richard Mofe-Damijo and directed by Isioma Osaje (in her debut), Radio Voice tells the story of a former sex worker who finds purpose as a radio presenter. But the ghosts of her past aren’t done with her. With Nancy Isime, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Deyemi Okanlawon, and Timini Egbuson on board, expect nothing less than emotional fireworks.
Owambe Thieves – April 18 (Cinemas)
If you love drama set in the heart of Lagos parties, this one’s for you. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu and produced by Eniola Ajao, the story follows a desperate couple who take a big risk and get caught in a mess of betrayal and madness. Featuring Eniola Ajao, Zubby Michael, Sola Sobowale, and Odunlade Adekola, this film is dripping with drama and culture.
Makemation – April 18 (Cinemas)
This family-friendly film brings brains and heart together. It follows a smart, determined girl living in rural Lagos who refuses to let her tough circumstances hold her back. With themes of innovation and grit, it’s a reminder that poverty doesn’t define potential. The cast includes Tomi Ojo, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Shaffy Bello, Chioma Chukwuka, and Jide Kosoko.
Landline – April 25 (Prime Video)
This one’s for the thriller lovers. Directed by Dele Doherty, Landline features Zainab Balogun as a woman who gets a mysterious phone call that flips her world upside down. Also starring Gabriel Afolayan and Bucci Franklin, this suspense-packed film will stream globally on Prime Video.
Silver Ever After – April 17 (YouTube)
Love in middle age is rarely explored in Nollywood, but this one dives right in. Produced by Laju Iren and starring Uzor Arukwe and Blessing Jessica Obasi, Silver Ever After tells the story of a couple dealing with an empty nest and old issues that refuse to stay buried. Catch it on Laju Iren TV on YouTube.
So, next time someone tries to tell you Nollywood isn’t doing anything this April, ask them: “Have you been living under a rock?” Whether you’re going out to the cinemas, streaming from your couch, or just catching up with friends and family, April is packed with Nollywood stories ready to entertain, inspire, and shake some tables.
Now the only thing left is: Which one are YOU watching first?
