
21 July 2022
Stream the New in August 2022 Collection
Plan your August binge-watch schedule with the New in August Collection on Showmax.
Here are some of the titles you’ll find in the full collection.
The Comedy Central Roast of Khanyi Mbau Brought To You by Showmax – 8 August and 15 August
The Comedy Central Roast of Khanyi Mbau Brought To You by Showmax is coming to Showmax on 8 August. And on 15 August, audiences will experience an uncensored and uncut version exclusive to Showmax. Khanyi Mbau will be roasted on the panel by Celeste Ntuli, Selbeyonce Mkhize, Devi Sankaree Govender, Tbo Touch, Youngsta CPT, Nadia Nakai, Sello Maake kaNcube, John Vlismas and Sol Phenduka with the Roast Master Mpho Popps.
Mohale: On the Record – 4 August
To the public, Mohale Motaung and Somizi Mhlongo were the perfect couple. But as their union fell apart, allegations of abuse emerged. In a tell-all interview with Aldrin Sampear, Mohale shares his side of the story.
The Baby – 1 August

Natasha is 38 – all her friends have babies, and she’d like one, too. But when a baby appears on her doorstep, her life is turned upside down. Where does the baby come from? What does it want? British horror comedy from HBO.
The Thing About Pam – 16 August

Renée Zellweger is a tour de force in this mini-series based on the hit podcast about the shocking murder of Betsy Faria. This crime set off a chain of events exposing a diabolical scheme involving Pam Hupp.
A Black Lady Sketch Show Season 3 – 1 August

Celebrities including Angela Bassett and Laverne Cox join the regular cast, comprising four black female comedians, as guest stars in some of the most hilarious sketches ever seen. 2021 Emmy Award winner, and multiple 2022 Emmy nominee. Seasons 1 and 2 are also on Showmax.
Check out the New in August Collection for the rest of our picks.
Original African stories by local talent

Empini S1-2
Empini is a high-stakes, action-packed drama set in the ruthless, corrupt world of private security. Season 2 is now streaming, with new episodes every Tuesday.

Youngins S1-2
Stream Tshedza Pictures’s first teen drama, Showmax Original Youngins. S1 and S2 are ready to binge.

The Real Housewives of Durban Seasons 1-5
Our eThekwini queens are back with a brand-new season. Stream Season 5 now, with new episodes every Friday.

Unfollowed S1-2
Unfollowed examines cancel culture in social media through real-life stories of South African celebs. Stream S1-2 now on Showmax.

The Mommy Club S1-3
The Mommy Club sees glamorous Jozi momfluencers navigating the the cutthroat world of “it” moms. Stream S3 now, with new episodes every Saturday.

Adulting S1-3
Four best friends go through the hoops of life, love and everything else. Binge-watch Adulting S1-3 now on Showmax.

The Chocolate Empire S1
The Chocolate Empire follows JB Mauzo, who was recently released from prison, as he rebuilds his life. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.

Breekpunt
Breekpunt is a tennis drama about a gutsy teenager fighting for the chance to compete in international tennis. Binge now on Showmax.
The best of West Africa

Nigerian Idol S10 premieres live on Showmax
Nigerian Idol S10 premiered on 20 April 2025 – and all the action will be screening live on Showmax.

The Real Housewives of Lagos S1-S3
Binge-watch The Real Housewives of Lagos S1-3 and catch the explosive reunions on Showmax, express from Africa Magic.

Where to watch The Real Housewives franchise online
Showmax is the home of The Real Housewives, giving an inside look at the lives of these glam women from Durban, Abuja, Lagos, Joburg, Nairobi and more. Plus, go on vacation with The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip!

Kalu Ikeagwu on playing the “wild” Jideofor in Cheta M
Kalu Ikeagwu talks about playing the character of King Jideofor in the Showmax Original series Cheta M S2, now streaming. Catch new episodes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.