Nollywood Boom! Top Cinemas in Anglophone West Africa

In 2023, the Nigerian film industry solidified its dominance as a powerhouse in anglophone West Africa, as per FilmOne’s year-end box office data.

Nigeria boasted 19 out of the top 20 cinemas, underscoring the nation’s enduring enthusiasm for cinema.

Lagos, the bustling economic hub of the country, emerged as the epicenter of the region’s cinematic experience. Six of the top ten highest-grossing cinemas were situated in Lagos, exemplifying the city’s dynamic entertainment landscape.

Leading the pack was Filmhouse Lekki, boasting six screens and grossing over N475 million in 2023. Close behind was Silverbird Ikeja City Mall, with five screens, raking in N463.7 million during the same period.

Here’s a rundown of the top-grossing cinemas in the region:

1. Filmhouse Lekki (6 screens) – N475.8 million
2. Silverbird Ikeja City Mall (5 screens) – N463.7 million
3. Ebonylife Cinemas (5 screens) – N453.4 million
4. Kada Benin (5 screens) – N312.8 million
5. Silverbird Accra Mall (6 screens) – N282.3 million
6. Filmhouse Surulere (8 screens) – N276 million
7. Genesis Port Harcourt (8 screens) – N253.3 million
8. Silverbird Jabi Lake Mall (5 screens) – N251.9 million
9. Genesis Festival Mall (4 screens) – N244.7 million
10. Filmhouse Landmark (6 screens) – N240.6 million

According to FilmOne, the top 25 sites collectively accounted for 75 percent of the entire territory’s box office revenue, with FilmOne consistently leading as the highest-performing site for three consecutive years.