Funke Akindele Drops First Look at “The Four” – December 11 Can’t Come Soon Enough

Nigeria’s box office queen is back, and she’s coming with something powerful. Funke Akindele has just unveiled the first images from her upcoming film The Four: No One Fights Alone, set to hit global cinemas on December 11, 2026. Produced through her Funke Akindele Network (FAAN TV) and distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, this emotionally charged drama promises to be another milestone moment for one of Africa’s most commercially dominant filmmakers.

The Four tells the story of Esosa and three fiercely loyal women who leave their community behind and head to the city to fight for the future of a young man they all love. It’s a journey that will push their courage, faith, and loyalty to the absolute limit. Beyond the narrative, Akindele is weaving Nigerian culture throughout the film’s DNA—incorporating Adire fabric into the styling, embedding an original song into the storyline, and showcasing the country’s language, traditions, and locations. This isn’t just cinema; it’s a full cultural experience that touches fashion, music, and heritage.

The cast reads like a who’s who of Nollywood royalty. Funke Akindele leads an all-star ensemble featuring Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Ali Nuhu, Uzor Arukwe, Ronke Oshodi Oke, Antar Laniyan, and Wunmi Toriola. Adding even more flavor to the mix, the film also features award-winning singer Waje and Afrobeat star Shoday, alongside entertainment personalities Samuel Banks, Kolapo Omotosho, and Ayomide Iwasokun. With a lineup this strong, expectations are already sky-high.

Funke Akindele has consistently proven she knows how to deliver both critically acclaimed and commercially massive projects. Her previous films—Omo Ghetto: The Saga, Battle on Buka Street, A Tribe Called Judah, Everybody Loves Jenifa, and Behind the Scenes—have shattered Nigerian box office records and solidified her status as the country’s highest-grossing filmmaker. Her production company, F.A.A.N., has generated over ₦5.2 billion at the box office, cementing her place as a true force in African storytelling. Now, with The Four, she’s continuing her mission to tell authentic African stories with world-class quality for both local audiences and global streaming platforms.

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