
8 August 2017
Watch Carte Blanche overseas express from SA, with Showmax
We interrupt this broadcast to bring you breaking news: M-Net’s Carte Blanche launches for Showmax overseas subscribers today (Tuesday, 8 August) with a special 90-minute feature on one of SA’s most talented celebrity exports, Trevor Noah. Devi goes to Trevor’s new home of New York City to interview him on the set of the Daily Show ahead of his stand-up comedy tour of South Africa next week. Watch now »
Going forward, new episodes of Carte Blanche will be aired on Showmax on Tuesdays, express from South Africa within 48 hours of the M-Net broadcast. This means that, wherever you are in the world, if you’re a Showmax overseas subscriber, you can catch up on all the political, scandalous, uplifting and intriguing stories from home.
Please note: Carte Blanche is only available to international Showmax subscribers in Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States. Not all titles are available in all territories. Showmax brings you the best South African series and movies, from the classics to the latest releases, from complete box sets to kids’ favourites.
Original African stories by local talent

The Mommy Club NBO
The Mommy Club NBO is the fifth instalment of the record-breaking Mommy Club franchise. Stream now, with new episodes every Friday.

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. All episodes, including both reunion episodes, are streaming on Showmax.

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. All the episodes are ready to binge on Showmax.
Kabiyesi, now on Showmax
Between Worlds, now streaming
The best of West Africa

Cheta M Season 2: The story so far
Plot, betrayals and major twists on Cheta M Season 2, now streaming on Showmax, with new episodes every Wednesday.

Iyanu comes to Showmax in June with an all-Nigerian voice cast
Iyanu, led by Serah Johnson, alongside Okey Jude, and Samuel Kugbiyi, arrives fresh off its success as the number-one show on Cartoon Network. Premiering on Showmax 13 June.

Nigerian Idol 10 live shows begin!
The highly anticipated Nigerian Idol Season 10 premiered its live shows on Sunday, 25 May. Live shows stream every week, at 7pm on Sundays.

Kwame’s Gambit (2024)
Kwame, a family man battling gambling addiction, loses his family’s savings and joins a drug cartel. Desperate to protect his family, he seeks redemption and escape.