Nollywood is about to make cinema history with Alive Till Dawn, a movie widely described as Nigeria’s first full-length zombie horror film, and its official teaser has now dropped, sparking excitement across social media and among movie fans.
The film is scheduled for a nationwide cinema release on January 30, 2026, marking a bold shift in Nollywood’s storytelling with a genre that has rarely been explored in the Nigerian film industry.
Alive Till Dawn was produced by Leo Obienyi, with acclaimed actor Uzor Arukwe serving as co-producer. The project is directed by Sulaiman Omotola Ogegbe, with a screenplay by Daisy Olowu, and features a strong ensemble cast including Uzor Arukwe, Shine Rosman, Michael Dappa, Chisom Agoawuike and Sani Mu’azu, among others.
Unlike traditional Nollywood horror films rooted in supernatural themes, this story plunges into a zombie apocalypse scenario, telling the tale of a deadly outbreak that transforms people into flesh-eating creatures. As chaos unfolds, survivors are forced into harrowing situations where fear, violence and moral choices drive their fight to stay alive until dawn.
A New Genre for Nollywood
The teaser release has generated buzz online, with many Nigerians praising the production quality and expressing curiosity about how audiences will receive the horror-action experience. Experts suggest that Alive Till Dawn could influence future genre filmmaking in Nollywood if it performs well at the box office.
The story’s focus on survival, tension and large-scale action represents a notable departure from most locally produced films, which traditionally centre on drama, romance or comedy. By embracing a narrative driven by a post-apocalyptic threat and undead hordes, the movie is positioned to broaden Nollywood’s range and technical ambition.
Fans can expect intense scenes, eerie visuals and high-stakes storytelling when the film premieres nationwide later this month. The teaser suggests a cinematic experience that taps into global horror instincts while keeping the story rooted in Nigerian settings and character conflicts.
As anticipation builds, Alive Till Dawn could become a landmark title that encourages more genre experimentation in Nigerian cinema, signalling a fresh chapter for filmmakers and audiences alike.
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