Nollywood has stepped into uncharted territory with Alive Till Dawn, Nigeria’s first major mainstream zombie film, marking a bold new chapter for the country’s film industry. Long celebrated for its strength in drama, romance, and supernatural thrillers, Nollywood has rarely ventured into the zombie genre, until now.
Produced by Leo Obienyi and Uzor Arukwe, Alive Till Dawn stands out as a milestone project that expands the creative boundaries of Nigerian cinema. The film signals a growing confidence within the industry to explore globally popular genres while reinterpreting them through a distinctly Nigerian lens.
The film is directed by Sulaiman Omotola Ogegbo (@spotlyt__), whose vision brings the undead to life in a way Nollywood audiences have never seen before. Distribution is handled by The Nile Entertainment (@thenileentertainment), positioning the film for wider reach and visibility.
Alive Till Dawn features a compelling ensemble cast, including Uzor Arukwe, Sunshine Rosman, Michael Dappa, Chisom Gabriella Agoawuike, Makama Sani Mu’azu FFA FDGN, Onyinye Ezekwe, Papasam Hayford Obadan, and Ogom Callistus Akunaeziri. Together, they drive a story that blends suspense, survival, and fear, pushing Nollywood beyond its familiar storytelling comfort zones.
While supernatural elements have long been a staple in Nigerian films, zombies represent a different kind of horror one rooted in apocalyptic tension, societal collapse, and the raw instinct to survive.
By embracing this genre, Alive Till Dawn not only diversifies Nollywood’s storytelling palette but also opens the door for future filmmakers to experiment with horror subgenres that have traditionally been underexplored in African cinema.
More than just a zombie movie, Alive Till Dawn is a statement: Nollywood is evolving, daring, and ready to compete creatively on a global stage. As the industry continues to grow, this film may well be remembered as the moment Nigerian cinema proved it could bring the undead to life and keep audiences watching till dawn.
By Naomi Jeremiah