Nollywood has achieved a new Guinness World Record for the largest movie screening after more than 51,000 people gathered in Lagos to watch the film “Black Market.” The mass viewing took place in Nigeria’s most populous city and was officially recognised by Guinness World Records.
The event drew an audience of over 51,000 spectators, making it the biggest single‑screen cinema attendance recorded to date. Organisers confirmed that the figure was verified by Guinness officials present at the screening.
“Black Market,” a locally produced title, was shown on a large outdoor screen, allowing thousands of fans to experience the film simultaneously. The screening was part of a broader effort to promote Nigerian cinema and showcase the country’s growing entertainment infrastructure.
Nollywood, Nigeria’s film industry, is one of the world’s most prolific producers of movies, regularly delivering hundreds of titles each year. The record underscores the sector’s expanding reach and the strong appetite for home‑grown content among Nigerian audiences.
Industry observers say the achievement highlights both the commercial potential of large‑scale events in Africa and the increasing global visibility of Nigerian film. The successful record‑breaking screening is expected to encourage further investment in the country’s cinematic ventures.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>