1 July 2019
Tell Me a Story S1
Some of your favourite childhood stories like the Three Little Pigs, Little Red Riding Hood and Hansel and Gretel are given a dark and disturbing twist in this psychological thriller set in modern-day New York.
Teen Kayla struggles in New York after her mother’s death led her father to move them from LA. In an attempt to fit in, she sneaks out to a bar – the beginning of a twisted story of crimes gone wrong, love, loss and revenge.
Original African stories by local talent
Spooksoeker S1
When Warno Alberts turns 15, he suddenly becomes aware of ghosts in his dorpie – and it’s now his job to banish them. Stream on Showmax from 5 December.
Made in South Africa
4Play
4Play follows four men who, despite their chaotic personal lives, find friendship, love and perseverance in Nairobi’s concrete jungle. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in Kenya
Die Tollie & Manila Show
A bold talk show where SA celebs join drag queens Tollie Parton and Manila von Teez for an evening of conversation and games… in drag. Stream now, with new episodes every Monday.
Made in South Africa
The Station Strangler
The Station Strangler is a true-crime documentary investigating the serial killer who is believed to have killed 21 young boys and one adult from the late 80s to the mid-90s on the Cape Flats. Now available to stream.
Made in South Africa
Black & Blue S1
Black & Blue, a Showmax Original police-based mockumentary series, now streaming, with new episode every Wednesday.
Made in Kenya
Ubuthe Uzobuya
Ubuthe Uzobuya delves into the lives of couples torn apart when one partner abruptly disappears without explanation. Stream now, with new episodes every Tuesday.
Made in South Africa
Princess on a Hill
Princess on a Hill is a compelling drama series that explores themes of power, ambition, and the cost of success. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in Nigeria
Brasse Vannie Kaap
Brasse Vannie Kaap is a documentary about the iconic, game-changing 90s group who helped make hip hop South African. Stream now on Showmax.
Made in South AfricaPrincess on a Hill, now streaming
Wura Season 3 on Showmax
The best of West Africa
Veteran star Bimbo Manuel talks power, regret and African values
Veteran actor Bimbo Manuel shares insights into his character Moyosore Lawson in the thrilling Showmax Original series Princess on a Hill, now streaming on Showmax.
Made in Nigeria
My Fairytale Wedding: A chaotic tale of love, lies and Lagos living
My Fairytale Wedding kicks off with a whirlwind of love triangles, heartbreaks, and the chaos of Lagos living. Now streaming on Showmax!
Zara’s rise in Princess on a Hill, Nollywood’s new corporate drama
Betrayal and power games in the first two episodes of Princess on a Hill keep viewers on edge. Catch new episodes every Thursday.
Made in Nigeria
Showmax Nigeria celebrates the festive season with exclusive content
Showmax is spreading festive cheer with an exciting holiday lineup as part of the Holiday Tree-Ts for You campaign in Nigeria.
Made in Nigeria