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The 2026 edition of Nollywood in Hollywood concluded in Los Angeles after two days of packed screenings, red-carpet appearances, and engaging audience conversations celebrating the global growth of Nigerian cinema.
The seventh annual showcase, presented in partnership with American Cinematheque, USC School of Cinematic Arts, and O2A Media, highlighted three films directed by women as part of activities marking Women’s History Month.
Operations Director, Maceo Willis described the 2026 edition as a “rebirth,” noting that despite visa challenges affecting some filmmakers, the showcase recorded one of its most successful outings.
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The event opened on March 6 at the historic Aero Theatre with the red-carpet premiere of Stitches, directed by Shirley Frimpong-Manso.
Nollywood actress, Dakore Egbuson-Akande attended the screening and later joined a post-screening discussion moderated by actor and producer Jimmy Jean-Louis.
Other notable guests included Curren D. Price Jr., Los Angeles City Council member, and Ayuko Babu, founder of the Pan African Film & Arts Festival.
The showcase continued on March 7 at the Norris Cinema Theatre with screenings of When Nigeria Happens by Ema Edosio-Deelen and To Adaego With Love by Nwamaka Chikezie, both followed by audience discussions.
Founded in 2018 by Nigerian-American filmmaker Ose Oyamendan, Nollywood in Hollywood promotes Nigerian cinema through cultural exchange, connecting filmmakers, industry professionals, and global audiences while strengthening creative ties between Nollywood and Hollywood.
