April is shaping up to be an exciting month for movie and series lovers, with a mix of Nollywood hits, global blockbusters, and returning fan-favorites lighting up cinemas and streaming platforms. From heart-pounding action and gripping thrillers to romance, teen drama, and superhero adventures, there’s something for every taste. Whether you’re watching solo, with friends, or enjoying family time, this month’s lineup has plenty to keep you entertained, no matter your mood.
From big-screen releases to streaming hits you can enjoy at home, April offers endless options for binge-watching or catching something unforgettable. All you need is your phone, some internet, or a trip to the cinema, sit back, press play, and dive into a world of stories. Whether it’s romance, action, teen drama, or superhero chaos, here’s a list of must-watch films and series to check out this April.
The Return of Arinzo – in Cinemas
The Return of Arinzo is the long-awaited 2026 sequel to Iyabo Ojo’s 2013 Yoruba hit, Arinzo. The original movie told the story of two sisters at odds, one a devoted police officer, the other a criminal. This new film picks up years later, when Arinola (played by Iyabo Ojo), who was thought to be dead, suddenly reappears. Her unexpected return sparks questions: has she come back to find answers or to take revenge?
The story also follows a young man who comes home with his fiancée to support his father’s presidential campaign. Her arrival stirs up an old scandal involving a powerful political figure and uncovers the truth behind Arinzo’s supposed death. Directed and produced by Iyabo Ojo in her first theatrical directing role, the movie features a star-studded cast from Nigeria, Ghana, and Tanzania. Alongside Ojo, it stars Nollywood icons like Funke Akindele, Mercy Aigbe, and William Benson, with supporting roles from Bimbo Akintola, Uzor Arukwe, and Enioluwa Adeoluwa. The film is available in Cinemas and not yet on streaming platforms.
Love Between Two Altars – on Youtube
Love Between Two Altars is a 2026 Nollywood drama produced by the Toyin Abraham Film Academy that premiered on the Toyin Abraham TV YouTube channel on April 6, 2026. Directed by Toyin Abraham and written by Yemi Akande, the film tackles the challenges of interfaith relationships, asking whether religion should stand in the way of true love. Starring Wole Ojo as Samuel Olamileko Olajide and Yvonne Jegede as Aminat, the movie also features a strong supporting cast including Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo), Antar Laniyan, Toyin Ajeyemi, Joke Muyiwa, and Aishah Adedeji.
The story follows Samuel, the son of a pastor, who falls in love with Zainab, a Muslim woman. Their relationship faces fierce opposition from Samuel’s father, who insists Zainab must “accept Christ” to marry his son. The film explores the tension between love and belief as the couple tries to navigate family pressure and societal expectations.
Euphoria Season 3 – on HBO Max
Euphoria Season 3 is set to premiere on Sunday, April 12, 2026, marking the final chapter of the series. This season jumps ahead five years, following the characters as they navigate early adulthood after leaving high school behind. Rue Bennett, now sober, is living in Mexico but finds herself in debt to the drug dealer Laurie and under scrutiny by DEA agents. Cassie and Nate are married and living in the suburbs, with Cassie working as an adult content creator and Nate running his father’s business. Meanwhile, Jules Vaughn attends art school while supporting herself as a “sugar baby,” and Maddy and Lexi have entered the professional world, Maddy at a Hollywood talent agency and Lexi assisting a showrunner.
The cast features returning stars Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schafer, Alexa Demie, and Maude Apatow, alongside new faces including Rosalía, Sharon Stone, Natasha Lyonne, Danielle Deadwyler, and social media personality Trisha Paytas. The season honors late actors Angus Cloud (Fezco) and Eric Dane (Cal Jacobs) through previously filmed scenes, while Barbie Ferreira, Storm Reid, and Javon Walton do not return.
Roommates – on Netflix
The upcoming film Roommates is a coming-of-age comedy from Adam Sandler’s Happy Madison Productions, set to premiere globally on Netflix on April 17, 2026. The story follows Devon, a shy and naive freshman, who asks the effortlessly cool Celeste to be her roommate. What starts as a fast friendship quickly turns into a series of passive-aggressive dorm room battles. The movie captures all the chaos of freshman year, from frat parties and first hangovers to a karaoke-fueled spring break in Panama City, where their tension comes to a head.
The film stars Sadie Sandler as Devon and Chloe East as the fiery Celeste, alongside Natasha Lyonne and Nick Kroll as Devon’s parents, Sarah Sherman as Dr. Schilling, Storm Reid as Luna, and Billy Bryk as Michael. The ensemble also features Carol Kane, Janeane Garofalo, Bailee Madison, and Ivy Wolk. Written by Jimmy Fowlie and Ceara Jane O’Sullivan and shot in Jersey City, Los Angeles, New York, and Barcelona, the movie blends comedy with heartfelt moments. Its soundtrack, including Charli XCX’s “girl, so confusing,” perfectly captures the intensity and humor of female friendships in college.
Thrash – on Netflix
Thrash is an upcoming survival thriller set to premiere on Netflix on April 10, 2026. Directed by Tommy Wirkola, the film mixes natural disaster suspense with shark-horror thrills. The story takes place in a coastal South Carolina town hit by a Category 5 hurricane, where a massive storm surge floods the streets and a swarm of bull sharks invades through the rising waters. Central to the plot is Lisa Fields, a pregnant woman in her third trimester, who becomes trapped in her car as the waters and sharks close in, creating a tense, high-stakes fight for survival.
The movie stars Phoebe Dynevor as Lisa Fields, Djimon Hounsou as marine researcher Dale Edwards, and Whitney Peak as Dale’s agoraphobic niece, Dakota. The ensemble also includes Alyla Browne, Stacy Clausen, and Dante Ubaldi as a trio of foster siblings navigating the deadly chaos. Produced by Adam McKay and Kevin Messick. The film is rated R for bloody violence, strong language, and grisly images, promising a pulse-pounding, edge-of-your-seat experience for thriller and shark-movie fans alike.
