Stew Peas Film Will Seek Six Awards
The Caribbean feature film earned six nominations ahead of the October 10 ceremony.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Reggae
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The film Stew Peas has secured six nominations for the Caribbean Film Awards ahead of the ceremony on October 10, 2026. This recognition highlights the production which was filmed entirely in Kingston.
Why it matters
The nominations underscore the growing visibility of regional cinema that incorporates Jamaican folklore and West African spiritual traditions. The film has already established a presence in local markets following its initial premiere earlier this year.
The production received six nominations including best feature film, best director, and best screenplay. Kerry-Ann Collins is also nominated for Best Actress for her performance in the Kingston-produced feature.
The players
Sosiessia Nixon-Kelly
She is the writer, director, and producer responsible for the feature film Stew Peas.
Kerry-Ann Collins
She is a lead actress who received a nomination for Best Actress at the Caribbean Film Awards.
Caribbean Cinemas
This organization is the regional distributor responsible for bringing the film to seven Caribbean territories.
The details
Written, directed, and produced by Sosiessia Nixon-Kelly, the film focuses on narratives rooted in Jamaican folklore and West African spiritual traditions. The movie will expand its reach through a regional distribution deal with Caribbean Cinemas later this month.
Timeline
June 27, 2026: The film held its premiere at Carib 5 in Kingston.
July 22, 2026: The film opened in cinemas across Jamaica.
October 10, 2026: The Caribbean Film Awards ceremony takes place.
October 29, 2026: A regional theatrical release begins in seven Caribbean territories.
January 2027: A limited theatrical release is scheduled for the United States.
Industry Dynamics
The regional distribution deal reflects a broader push within the Caribbean film industry to increase the accessibility of locally produced stories. This strategy aims to compete against international imports by scaling local content across multiple territories simultaneously.
Viewers in seven Caribbean territories will be able to watch the film in theaters starting October 29. Audiences in the United States can expect a limited theatrical release of the project in January 2027.
The takeaway
The success of Stew Peas demonstrates the potential for regional folklore-based storytelling to gain critical and commercial momentum. Audiences should look for local cinema listings to support independent regional productions during their initial theatrical windows.
What happens next
The Caribbean Film Awards ceremony will be held on October 10, 2026. Following this, the film will see a multi-territory theatrical release on October 29, 2026, and a limited U.S. release in January 2027.
Further reading
For more on the cultural intersection of film and music in the region, visit the Reggae section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Jamaica Observer.
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