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    david oyelowo Stories

    Idris Elba at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.​
    Film + TV
    27 September 2024

    Mixed Reactions Trail Announcement of Idris Elba-led Adaptation of ‘Things Fall Apart’

    While some are concerned that Idris Elba will have to adopt an accent as an Igbo man in colonial times, others believe the tv series is a net positive for Nollywood and the Igbo culture.

    ​A still image of David Oyelowo from 'The After.'
    Profiles & Interviews
    06 March 2024

    Oscar-Nominated Director Misan Harriman on The Story Behind 'The After'

    Nigeria-born photographer Misan Harriman discusses his creative connection with actor David Oyelowo, making a pivot into filmmaking and his passion for activism.

    A still from the series of actor David Oyelowo.
    Film + TV
    08 May 2023

    David Oyelowo on Fatherhood, Family and Finding Balance in 'Silo'

    In his latest role, the British Nigerian actor plays a would-be father trying to find his way in a post-apocalyptic world.

    David Oyelowo
    News
    24 February 2021

    David Oyelowo's Directorial Debut 'The Water Man' is Heading to Netflix

    David Oyelowo's first directed fantasy movie, 'The Water Man', has been picked up by Netflix for worldwide distribution.

    David Oyelowo Will Star as US President In an Upcoming Drama Series from Showtime
    News
    09 October 2019

    David Oyelowo Will Star as US President In an Upcoming Drama Series from Showtime

    'The President Is Missing' is based on a bestselling novel co-written by Bill Clinton.

    Watch the Intense Trailer for 'Don't Let Go,' Starring David Oyelowo
    Film + TV
    18 July 2019

    Watch the Intense Trailer for 'Don't Let Go,' Starring David Oyelowo

    Oyelowo and Storm Reid shine in the new trailer for the upcoming psychological thriller.

    'The Water Man,' David Oyelowo's Directorial Debut, Is In the Works
    Film + TV
    28 March 2019

    'The Water Man,' David Oyelowo's Directorial Debut, Is In the Works

    The "Selma" star is set to direct, star and produce the film with none other than Oprah Winfrey as his executive producer.

    Watch the Trailer for Ava DuVernay's 'August 28,' Starring Lupita Nyong'o, David Oyelowo, and More
    News
    24 August 2018

    Watch the Trailer for Ava DuVernay's 'August 28,' Starring Lupita Nyong'o, David Oyelowo, and More

    The star-studded short film will make its TV debut next week.

    'The Cloverfield Paradox,' Directed by Nigerian-American Filmmaker Julius Onah, Is Now on Netflix
    Film + TV
    05 February 2018

    'The Cloverfield Paradox,' Directed by Nigerian-American Filmmaker Julius Onah, Is Now on Netflix

    The film stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw and David Oyelowo.

    Ava DuVernay Highlights the Significance of Today's Date With 'August 28,' Starring David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o and More
    Film + TV
    28 August 2017

    Ava DuVernay Highlights the Significance of Today's Date With 'August 28,' Starring David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o and More

    August 28, is a monumental day in African-American history.

    In Conversation: Abiola Oke With David Oyelowo Part 2
    Arts + Culture
    18 May 2017

    In Conversation: Abiola Oke With David Oyelowo Part 2

    Part 2 of our dynamic dialogue between star of screen David Oyelowo and our CEO Abiola Oke focusses on being black in the film industry.

    In Conversation: Abiola Oke With David Oyelowo
    Exclusives
    11 May 2017

    In Conversation: Abiola Oke With David Oyelowo

    Award winning actor David Oyelowo dialogues with OkayAfrica CEO Abiola Oke.

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