It’s the holiday season! As it reminds us of the beauty of family and togetherness, what better way to share it than through stories?
NRTC’s festive lineup blends humour, drama, and love. These films are here to make your season brighter, one story at a time. Here are 10 movie picks to enjoy before December ends.
1. My Secret Santa
A single mum in a desperate search for a job disguises herself as a man to get hired as Santa at a luxury ski resort. Things get complicated when she falls in love with the hotel. Find out more in this hilarious Christmas comedy.
Starring Tia Mowry, Alexandra Breckenridge, Ryan Eggold, among others. It was released on December 3rd. Catch up on Netflix.
2. This Is Not A Nollywood Movie
The action comedy follows a struggling movie director from Nnewi, who moves to Lagos, convinced that an imagined Oscar will kickstart his career. Unfortunately, everything goes awry when he makes bad decisions and gets a loan from a gangster.
The movie stars Bimbo Akintola, Hanks Anuku, Broda Shaggi, Julius Agwu, among others. Coming to cinemas on December 5.
3. Behind The Scenes
Behind the Scenes follows the story of a successful real-estate mogul whose generosity soon gets out of hand. She must now face the pressures and challenges that come with success, family, and trust.
Coming to cinemas on December 12, 2025, and starring Funke Akindele, Uzor Arukwe, Tobi Bakre, Destiny Etiko, Uche Montana, among others. The movie was written and produced by Funk Akindele.
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4. Goodbye June
This heart-warming holiday movie reminds you of the importance of love and family, moving you to tears. Four estranged siblings will reunite when their mother faces a health crisis just before Christmas. This news throws the siblings and their father into chaos. They will navigate their messy family dynamics in the face of potential loss. However, their mother chooses to decline on her terms, with biting humour, blunt honesty, and a lot of love.
Goodbye June marks Kate Winslet’s directorial debut. Starring Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren, Toni Collette, Johnny Flynn, among others. This is set for release on December 12th. You can stream it on Netflix.
5. A Very Dirty Christmas
This is a chaotic holiday film filled with laughter, chaos, and surprises. It follows a family gathering that was meant to bring everyone together and celebrate. Instead, old secrets resurrect, siblings begin to quarrel, and the surprises don’t seem to end. Expect plenty of drama and plenty of laughs.
Starring Eucharia Anunobi, Ini Edo, Nancy Isime, Femi Branch, IK Ogbonn, and others. It reaches cinemas on December 16th, 2025.
6. Avatar: Fire and Ash
Jake and Neytiri’s family grapples with grief after Neteyam’s death, encountering a new, aggressive Na’vi group, the Ash People, who are led by the fiery Varang, as the conflict on Pandora escalates and a new moral focus emerges. -IMDb
Experience the Avatar in theatres on December 19.
7. Oversabi Aunty
This is the story of a self-righteous aunt who is overly obsessed with solving other people’s problems. Her advice ends up creating chaos at a family wedding. Now, she has to fix the mess she started.
This comedy marks Toyin Abraham’s directorial debut. The movie hosts an ensemble cast, featuring Toyin Abraham, Mike Ezuruonye, Queen Nwokoye, Ngozi Ezeonu, Jemima Osunde, and Efe Irele, among others. The movie hits cinemas on December 19.
8. David (2025)
Spice up your holiday with the new animated movie, David. Based on the shepherd boy in the Old Testament, the film follows the journey of David, a young shepherd, anointed to be king. Driven by purpose and pursued by power, David’s story tests the limits of faith, courage and love. In the face of danger, his bravery awakens a nation.
Starring Phil Wickham, Brandon Engman, Lauren Diagle, and Asim Chaudry, among others. It is set for release on December 19. Clear your schedule and catch it in theatres.
9. A Make or Break Holiday
Get into this Hallmark classic story that follows a couple in a strained relationship who agree to fake their union for their families. As they work together on holiday preparations, they begin to discover what sparked their love in the first place.
Set to be released on December 20, 2025. Make plans to stream via Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.
10. Colours of Fire
The drama is a complete blend of emotions, action, and Nigerian culture. It centers on a warrior, sent to hunt a beast unleashed by a rival clan. Along the line, he discovers a hidden truth and experiences a forbidden connection that challenges duty, loyalty and honour.
Colours of Fire stars Osaa Ighodaro, Uzor Arukwe, Mercy Aigbe, Femi Branch, and Gabriel Afolayan. You can experience it in the Cinemas on December 24.
