The Nigerian box office had a stellar year in 2024, driven by a blend of Nollywood’s homegrown successes and Hollywood blockbusters.
With a total revenue of N4.91 billion generated by the top 10 highest-grossing films, the industry has shown immense growth and resilience.
These standout titles, which captured audiences both locally and internationally, have set a new benchmark for the year.
As 2024 wraps up, the final figures are still being tallied, with projections hinting at a historic N12 billion finish for the year.
December alone contributed over N2.8 billion to the box office, showing the massive demand for quality cinematic experiences. As we await the final box office figures, let’s take a look at the top 10 highest-grossing films of 2024 and how they’ve reshaped the landscape of Nigerian cinema.
Queen Lateefah has made a remarkable impact at the Nigerian box office, grossing N365.5 million. The film has sold over 80,500 tickets since its release on September 27, 2024, and is now the seventh highest-grossing Nollywood movie to date. It stands as the top-earning release outside the lucrative December period, reflecting the growing demand for homegrown Nollywood stories.
The film’s journey to box office success has been marked by key milestones, including crossing N200 million within three weeks and reaching N256 million by mid-October. Queen Lateefah’s powerful storytelling and the unforgettable performance of its lead actress resonated deeply with Nigerian audiences, making it a standout in Nollywood’s competitive market. Cinemax Distribution played a key role in extending its reach, ensuring it became a box-office favorite.
