Nollywood, a portmanteau of Nigeria and Hollywood, is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. [1] The origin of the term goes back to the early 2000s, traced to an article in The New …

Nov 27, 2025 · The term Nollywood, a portmanteau of “Nigeria” and “ Hollywood,” can encompass Nigerian films made outside Nigeria as well as English-language Ghanaian films. It also includes …

Dec 17, 2025 · We cover everything from the latest releases, boxoffice reports, industry trends, celebrity gossip, and more. You can also watch trailers, clips, and behind-the-scenes videos of your favorite …

Apr 8, 2024 · Nollywood is the nickname for the Nigerian film industry, one of the largest movie industries in the world. Known for its prolific output, Nollywood has become a significant cultural and …

Sep 10, 2022 · Nollywood represents more than an industry—it’s a cultural movement, an economic engine, and a form of resistance. Through thousands of films produced over three decades, Nigerian …

1 day ago · Nigeria’s cinema industry recorded its strongest performance ever in 2025, with a total box office gross of N15.6 billion...

Dec 28, 2025 · Nollywood, Nigeria’s film industry, has become a significant cultural powerhouse, not only in Africa but across the globe. Today, it stands as the second-largest film industry in the world …

Dec 1, 2025 · Nollywood is the colloquial term used to refer to the Nigerian film industry, which is considered to be the second largest film industry in the world in terms of output, producing over …

2 days ago · This is NollyCritic’s definitive list of the 20 Best Nollywood Movies of 2025 — films that rose above the noise and pointed toward a more confident industry.

Feb 26, 2025 · Discover why Nollywood is Africa's largest cinema hub, producing 2,500 movies annually and contributing $6.4 billion to Nigeria’s GDP. Learn about its history, major players like Geneviève …