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

Nigeria’s box office queen Funke Akindele is back, and she’s bringing the heat. The award-winning filmmaker has just unveiled the first official images from her upcoming film The Four: No One Fights Alone, set to hit cinemas worldwide on December 11, 2026. If her track record is anything to go by—think A Tribe Called Judah, Battle on Buka Street, and Everybody Loves Jenifa—this is already destined to break records.

What makes The Four particularly compelling is how Akindele weaves Nigerian culture into every frame. The film incorporates traditional Adire fabric into its costume design, celebrates indigenous language and customs, and features an original soundtrack that bridges cinema and music. It’s not just a movie; it’s a cultural experience. The cast reads like a who’s who of Nollywood royalty—Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Ali Nuhu, Uzor Arukwe, and more. But the real gems? Afrobeats sensation Shoday and award-winning vocalist Waje are both joining the ensemble, adding serious musical credibility to an already stacked lineup.

The story centers on Esosa and three fiercely devoted women who journey from their community to the city to fight for someone they love. It’s a tale about loyalty, courage, and the kind of friendship that refuses to break under pressure. Through her production company FAAN TV and distribution partnership with FilmOne Entertainment, Akindele continues to prove why she’s Nigeria’s highest-grossing filmmaker. Her films have collectively earned over ₦5.2 billion at the box office, consistently rewriting what’s possible for African cinema on the global stage.

Mark your calendars: December 11, 2026. The Four is coming to redefine what we expect from Nollywood storytelling.

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