Box-office queen Funke Akindele has announced a major international milestone for Nigerian cinema, revealing that her upcoming feature film, "The Four", will hold its official UK premiere at the iconic ODEON Luxe Leicester Square in London on November 29, 2026.
The announcement marks the first time in history that a Nollywood title will premiere at the world-famous venue, long regarded as the global epicenter for major red-carpet film premieres.
Organised by the Funke Akindele Network in partnership with leading theatrical distributor FilmOne Entertainment, the UK event precedes the film's scheduled release across Nigerian cinemas on December 11, 2026.
Taking to her social media platforms to unveil the premiere details, the filmmaker highlighted the cultural and commercial significance of taking Nigerian cinema to London's flagship cinematic stage.
"LONDON, WE'RE COMING! History is about to be made," Akindele shared. "Funke Akindele Network and FilmOne Entertainment are proud to announce the UK Premiere of THE FOUR at the iconic ODEON Luxe Leicester Square, London, on November 29th. For the first time ever, a Nollywood title will premiere at this prestigious location, marking another significant milestone for Nigerian cinema on the global stage. One movie. One iconic location. One historic night. London, get ready. THE FOUR is coming!"
The high-stakes feature boasts an ensemble cast including Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Chioma Akpotha, Bisola Aiyeola, Waje, Lateef Adedimeji, Timini Egbuson, and Uzor Arukwe, alongside dynamic rising talents.
Coming on the heels of her recent distribution partnership with meta giant Facebook to broaden international access to her catalog, Akindele's Leicester Square debut further positions Nollywood's highest-grossing director at the forefront of global theatrical expansion.
