Filmhouse Cinemas has become a recognizable name across Nigeria for moviegoers seeking a premium cinematic experience. The brand traces its origins to two Nigerian entrepreneurs who brought their global cinema expertise into the local market, determined to deliver quality and innovation.
How Filmhouse Cinemas Began
Founded by Kene Okwuosa and Moses Babatope, Filmhouse Cinemas began operations in 2012 with a clear focus on transforming Nigeria’s movie-viewing culture. Their journey started in Surulere, Lagos, after securing funding from the Bank of Industry to bring the concept to life.
Driven by a clear understanding of the local entertainment landscape, they identified a market underserved in cinema infrastructure and experience. What began as a single location quickly turned into a fast-growing network of cinemas across Nigeria.
By 2018, Filmhouse had grown to become the largest cinema operator in Nigeria and held the third position on the African continent. Though the initial plan was to launch 25 locations in six years, the brand has expanded to 15 branches in nine states as of now.
Their continued growth is backed by a dedicated management team, customer-first approach, and creative marketing strategies. Every aspect of their expansion has been structured around meeting the rising demand for quality entertainment nationwide.
Filmhouse Cinema Branches Across Nigeria
Currently, Filmhouse Cinemas operates in nine states with multiple venues offering a wide range of local and international movies. These states include Lagos, Rivers, Edo, Cross River, Oyo, Kano, Delta, Ondo, and Osun.
Lagos Filmhouse Cinemas
- Surulere: Leisure Mall, 30B Adeniran Ogunsanya St, Surulere – Call 0902 479 3085
- Apapa: 13 Park Lane (Otunba Ayodele Soyode Lane), Apapa – Call 0902 497 3043
- IMAX Lekki: Bisola Durosinmi Etti Drive, Lekki Phase 1 – Call 0902 499 7900
- Oniru (Twin Waters): Bluewater Zone, Remi Olowude St, Lekki – Call 0802 569 8471
- Circle Mall: Lekki Peninsula II – Call 0812 375 1498
- MX4D Landmark: 1 Water Corporation Drive, Maroko – Call 0902 497 3084
Oyo Filmhouse Cinemas
- Ventura Mall Ibadan: Plot 5 & 6, Old Aerodrome Road, Samonda – Call 0902 497 3066
- Dugbe Ibadan: GSM, Queens Cinema – Call 0902 497 3080
Rivers Filmhouse Cinema
- Port Harcourt: 1 Azikiwe Road, Port Harcourt – Call 0902 497 3072
Ondo Filmhouse Cinema
- Akure: Igbatoro Road – Call 0902 497 3054
Osun Filmhouse Cinema
- Osogbo: Osun Mall, Gbongan – Oshogbo Road – Call number currently not listed
Cross River Filmhouse Cinema
- Calabar: Marina Resort, Marina Road – Call 0902 497 3060
Delta Filmhouse Cinema
- Asaba: Plot 7, Core Area Phase 4, Okpanam Road – Call 0905 020 8153
Kano Filmhouse Cinema
- Kano: Shoprite, Zoo Road, Gandun Albasa – Call 0902 497 3078
Edo Filmhouse Cinema
- Benin City: Uselu area, Benin – Call 0907 036 2350
For general enquiries, reach them via 0812 375 1498 or 0808 464 1767 between 10 AM and 8 PM daily. You can also chat or message through WhatsApp on the same numbers.
Send support-related messages to onlinesupport@filmhouseng.com. For marketing or to report suspicious activity, use info@filmhouseng.com.
They are also active on social platforms: @filmhousecinemas on Instagram and @FilmhouseCinemas on Facebook.
Booking Movie Tickets Online at Filmhouse
Cinemas under the Filmhouse brand open daily from 10 AM until 12:30 AM or later, including public holidays. To reserve tickets online, visit www.filmhouseng.com and choose the location you plan to attend.
For instance, to book for the Apapa branch, visit www.filmhouseng.com/apapa directly. Alternatively, click the “Now Showing” button on the homepage to browse all available movies and locations.
Each cinema listing provides current movie schedules and allows users to book by date and showtime. After choosing your location, select the movie and preferred time, then proceed to payment.
How To Complete a Booking
- Head to www.filmhouseng.com
- Use the dropdown menu to pick your cinema and desired viewing date
- Click on the available showtime beside your chosen movie
- Continue to payment and complete your booking
Walk-in ticket purchases are also available at all locations across the country.
Ticket Prices at Filmhouse Cinemas
Filmhouse Cinemas offers a flexible ticket pricing model that varies by location and screening type. Prices cater to a wide audience and include options suitable for children, students, and adults.
To check the current pricing at any of their branches, visit the Filmhouse website and click on the cinema of interest. Prices may differ based on weekdays, weekends, holidays, and screen formats.
Filmhouse’s Venture into Hospitality
In 2016, Filmhouse expanded into hospitality by opening the first IMAX theatre in West Africa. This facility is located in Lekki, Lagos, and was established in partnership with Canada’s IMAX Corporation.
The IMAX theatre stands out with advanced projection systems and enhanced visuals for a premium movie experience. It includes two premium screens with 75 seats each, along with two additional private viewing rooms.
One of the private rooms is The CUBE, a luxury option for up to 8 guests. It comes with sofas, a private restroom, intercom, and a price of ₦120,000 for a 3-hour session with buffet and drinks.
Another space, The Signature screen, seats 33 guests and is suitable for both personal and corporate bookings. Rates are ₦8,000 on weekdays and ₦10,000 on weekends and come with complimentary popcorn, drinks, water, appetizers, and access to a custom menu.
The IMAX facility includes a high-end restaurant setup with the Signature Bar, Terrace Bar, and Lounge. Visitors can dine anywhere within the building while enjoying their movie or event.
Weekday hours run until midnight, and operations extend to 2 AM on weekends.
Filmhouse in Movie Production
Filmhouse is also involved in movie production through its sister company, FilmOne Entertainment. This arm has co-produced some of Nigeria’s most commercially successful films.
Their portfolio includes The Wedding Party series, Merry Men, and The Set-Up. In addition to production, FilmOne handles content aggregation for streaming services.
FilmOne works directly with Netflix to distribute Nollywood titles globally. It also has an exclusive agreement with Disney to distribute its content in Nigeria, Ghana, and Liberia.
Article updated 4 weeks ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
