# Funke Akindele film release and box-office competition > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/funke-akindele-film-release-announcement > Updated: 2026-09-04T13:39:46.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 3. Nollywood filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele has announced her upcoming drama, ‘The Four: No One Fights Alone’, scheduled for a global cinema release on December 11, 2026. Produced under the Funke Akindele Network (FAAN) and distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, the film is written, directed, and produced by Akindele. The narrative follows the intertwined journeys of four women—including Akindele, Waje, Bisola Aiyeola, and Chioma Akpotha—as they fight for the future of a young man, specifically focusing on a character named Esosa. The production explores themes of friendship, motherhood, sacrifice, and resilience, set between the Odu community and urban environments. It aims to showcase Nigerian cultural identity through music, language, tradition, and fashion, such as the use of Adire textiles. The ensemble cast includes Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, and Lateef Adedimeji, with musical contributions from Waje and Shoday. Akindele, whose career includes the sitcom ‘I Need to Know’ and successful films like ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, intends for the project to reflect the lived experiences of her audience. In September 2026, the film’s release was noted as part of a high-stakes December box-office competition. Filmmaker Toyin Abraham announced her film, ‘Bestie’, will premiere on December 16, 2026. The close proximity of the release dates has reignited discussions regarding the rivalry between the two actresses and their respective fanbases. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-04: Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele set for December box-office showdown Nollywood stars Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele are preparing for a December box-office showdown with their new films, ‘Bestie’ and ‘The Four: No One Fights Alone’, respectively. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toyin-abraham-and-funke-akindele-set-for-december-box-office-showdown ### 2026-08-14: Funke Akindele announces new Nollywood film ‘The Four’ Nollywood filmmaker Funke Akindele is set to release her new drama, ‘The Four: No One Fights Alone’, in December 2026, continuing her streak of commercial success in Nigerian cinema. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/funke-akindele-announces-new-nollywood-film-the-four-1 ### 2026-08-10: Funke Akindele announces new film ‘The Four’ for December 2026 release Nollywood filmmaker Funke Akindele has announced her new drama, ‘The Four: No One Fights Alone’, set for a global cinema release on December 11, 2026, featuring a star-studded ensemble cast. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/funke-akindele-announces-new-nollywood-film-the-four --- Cite as: Funke Akindele film release and box-office competition. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/funke-akindele-film-release-announcement