Check out the official trailer for Nina starring Zoe Saldana, David Oyelowo and Mike Epps, right now on Fan Reviews! br br Nina Release Date: br April 22, 2016 (VOD) br br Nina is an upcoming American biographical film written and directed by Cynthia Mort. The film focuses on American musician and civil rights activist Nina Simone, portrayed by Zoe Saldana. The film was originally scheduled to be released in December of 2015. As of March 2016, Nina will be released to theaters and on VOD April 22, 2016.