Tag: Netflix
Squid Game was in pipeline for over 10 years before Netflix release – Director
The movie which premiered worldwide on Netflix on September 17th has become a massive hit. It became the most-watched series…
ICYMI: Netflix acquires rights to famous author Roald Dahl books
Netflix plans to create a hugely ambitious universe out of the many classic properties that the famed writer created.
Netflix rolls out free service in Kenya
The non-paying Netflix subscribers in Kenya will not be counted in the paid total the company reports each quarter, a…
Kunle Afolayan’s ‘Swallow’ features Niyola, Deyemi Okanlawon
In the lead role for the Afolayan produced film is RnB singer Eniola Akinbo popularly known as Niyola– a bright-eyed…
COVID-19 disrupts ‘Bridgerton’ season 2 production
Netflix has reportedly halted the production of its fan-favourite series, 'Bridgerton' following a new positive Covid-19 test result.
Netflix set to premiere ‘Naomi Osaka’ docuseries
Netflix, the world's leading Internet entertainment service, has released a teaser for Naomi Osaka, a new docuseries set to premiere…
Peace Hyde to produce Netflix’s first Africa reality series
Award-winning media personality, Peace Hyde is set to executive produce Netflix's first-ever Africa reality series titled 'Young, Famous & African'.
Tyler Perry announces return of Madea
Tyler Perry has announced the return of his Madea character after a very short retirement.
‘Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story’ premieres on Netflix
'Rattlesnake: the Ahanna story,' a movie by Award-winning movie producer, Charles Okpaleke's Play Network Studio is finally joining the increasing…
Netflix berths Nigeria’s horror Movie
The Nigerian movie industry has rapidly grown as its first horror movie 'The Mystic River' berths on the Netflix platform.
Netflix announces release date for Money Heist season five
Netflix has confirmed the release of its Spanish heist series 'La Casa De Papel' ( 'Money Heist') with a teaser…
Netflix acquires Mekwunye’s film “One Lagos Night”
The Streaming service, Netflix, has acquired exclusive rights to Nigerian filmmaker, Ekene Som Mekwunye's 'One Lagos Night'.
Netflix celebrates Ikorodu Bois
Netflix has again celebrated Ikorodu Bois, popular for remaking Hollywood thrillers with common household items.
Netflix acquires Cameroon’s 1st Oscar submission ‘The Fisherman’s Diary’
Streaming giant Netflix has acquired first-ever Cameroon's 2021 Oscar submission, 'The Fisherman's Diary' directed by Enah Johnscott.
Netflix acquires Nadine Ibrahim’s ‘Marked’ documentary
Global streaming platform, Netflix has acquired Nadine Ibrahim's 2019 documentary on scarification in Nigeria.
Toyin Abraham’s ‘Fate of Alakada’ showing on Netflix soon
Toyin Abraham's comedy movie sequel ‘Fate of Alakada’ would soon be showing on the streaming platform Netflix.
Michelle Obama now chef on Netflix show
Former U.S. First Lady, Michelle Obama will become a chef on a Netflix kids’ TV series, starting 16 March.
Episodic Lab: Institute, Netflix call for submissions from Nigerian writers
South Africa-based Realness Institute has called for submissions for its latest offering, Episodic Lab, a series development lab presented in…
Netflix to debut first Egyptian original series ‘Paranormal’
Netflix Inc is set to debut its first Egyptian original television series “Paranormal” on Thursday, a major step in the…
EbonyLife hosts Nollywood’s first virtual red carpet premiere for Òlòtūré
EbonyLife Films has announced a virtual red carpet premiere and Netflix Watch Party, for their Netflix Original film Òlòtūré, debuting…
Netflix replies U.S. senators over TV series on Uighur Muslims
Netflix Inc, in a response to U.S. senators’ concerns over the company’s plans to adopt a Chinese science-fiction book trilogy,…
Netflix announces new original content from Nigeria
Netflix, the world’s leading Internet entertainment service, has announced new Nigerian original series in the pipeline plus three new Nigerian…
Viewers declare war on Netflix after release of “Cuties”
Viewers have called for the cancellation of Netflix after the American technology and production company released a movie titled "Cuties."
Netflix to support black creators, business owners with $5 million
American streaming platform, Netflix said it will donate $5 million to organizations dedicated to creating opportunities for Black creators, Black…
Netflix announces “magic” with Mo Abudu, Shoneyin & Soyinka
Award-winning producer, Mo Abudu, has created "magic" with two of your favourite novels.
Netflix gains over 15million new subscribers amid lockdown
American streaming platform, Netflix has gained about 15.77 million new users in the first three months of 2020 as millions…
Netflix overtakes ExxonMobil in stock value
Netflix, the online movie streaming giant is now more valuable than ExxonMobil, the American oil giant.
Nollywood and Netflix: Why the honeymoon may not last
There are ways the Nollywood can recalibrate and make the best out of Netflix entrance into the market. The most…
Why Nollywood can’t be too excited about Netflix
Netflix has been wooing Nollywood stylishly for a while now; from streaming Nollywood movies from as early as 2016 to…
Netflix unveils first Nigerian drama series
Netflix, which has set up an office in Nigeria, has unveiled its first Nigerian original – a six-part drama from…