How to Build a Library
2025, English. Directed by Christopher King & Maia Lekow.
Two intrepid Nairobi women decide to transform what used to be a whites-only library until 1958 into a vibrant cultural hub. Along the way, they must navigate local politics, raise millions for the rebuild, and confront the lingering ghosts of Kenya’s colonial past.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch How to Build a Library
How to Build a Library isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 21 November 2025.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Details
- Released
- 21 November 2025
- Country
- Kenya, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Christopher King, Ricardo Acosta, Maia Lekow
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked How to Build a Library
The Untold History Of The United States
2012 · 8.2/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound
2019 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché
2018 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Red Army
2015 · 7.4/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Ronaldo
2015 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Audrey
2020 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
2017 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The U.S. vs. John Lennon
2006 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
My Mom Jayne
2025 · 8.0/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
Above Majestic
2018 · 7.4/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
How to Build a Library: quick answers
Is How to Build a Library worth watching?
How to Build a Library doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is How to Build a Library?
How to Build a Library runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does How to Build a Library have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for How to Build a Library. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
How to Build a Library parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for How to Build a Library yet.
Which OTT platform is How to Build a Library on?
How to Build a Library isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 21 November 2025. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like How to Build a Library?
If you liked How to Build a Library, try The Untold History Of The United States, Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché.
Who directed How to Build a Library?
How to Build a Library (2025) was directed by Christopher King and Maia Lekow and stars Wanjiru Koinange, Angela Wachuka.