4 July 2017
How to watch kykNET online
Don’t you wish you could binge-watch the first seasons of your favourite kykNET series so that you’re up to date with the latest seasons on DStv? And for those who don’t have a DStv subscription, wouldn’t it be amazing to get every episode of the hottest, latest series on your screens express from the kykNET broadcast?
Well, Showmax makes your wishes come true, with loads of kykNET series available to stream from the very beginning plus the latest episodes of brand-new series that land shortly after the DStv broadcast (not to mention a massive archive of South African series and movies from Mzansi Magic and 1Magic, from The River to Housekeepers).
And, of course, Showmax subscribers also get the best international series, including the best of HBO like Succession and Game of Thrones, popular series like Billions and Euphoria, plus exclusive shows you won’t find anywhere else, from Mayans MC and Ramy to Younger and Harlots.
Want to know which top-notch Afrikaans shows are currently available on Showmax? Check out our lists below and go to showmax.com for the full catalogue!
The wildly popular matchmaking show is back, with more farmers looking to share their love of the land with equally spirited women. Catch all the latest heartbreak and hope in one of SA’s most popular reality shows. Watch now »
Watch all episodes of this brilliant local crime series about homicide detective Piet van der Bijl, with his uncanny ability to get inside the mind of serial killers. The second season is exclusively available on Showmax. Watch now »
Brumilda van Rensburg and Annelisa Weiland share the screen for the first time ever in this new Afrikaans sitcom. The show is set in George and features an odd mix of characters working at a general dealer. Watch now »
Just as a small town tries to revive itself, a serial killer returns to leave a trail of blood again. Two people team up find the murderer, but the town’s dark past doesn’t want to be exposed in this gripping new series… Watch now »
It was never going to be easy, but the contestants of this new reality show are set on losing weight. Witness the tears and joy as they take on the show’s rigorous programme to lose kilograms and look great! Watch now »
Binge these kykNET classics from the very beginning on Showmax
A successful city attorney decides to move his family back to his home town for some peace and quiet. But he soon learns that there’s always something disturbing the peace. After coming to Showmax express every week, the entire first season is now available to binge. Watch now »
In the Binneland Clinic in Pretoria, it’s business as usual, with the dedicated staff working round the clock to tend to their patients while grappling with their own personal challenges. Watch now »
Car battery salesman Wors Visagie, mechanic Ouboet van Tonder, hair dresser Hendrik and beautician Boeboe Botha don’t always get along. But their businesses share the same lease, so they’ll just have to in this hilarious sitcom! Watch now »
Tom’s unexpected trip into the Karoo continues to bring surprises to his life in this beautiful and riveting drama series. Watch now »
An exclusive kykNET and Showmax show: three sisters return to Cape Town and their family business of building yachts in this new drama series full of scandal, intrigue and romance! Watch now »
Who could forget this beloved sitcom about the dysfunctional Visagies, Molly, Worsie, Vaatjie, Blapsie, Sjarmeney and Theunis? Watch now »
The Villa Rosa guesthouse looks like a peaceful place. But the people behind its doors are always on the move as they chase romance, rivalry and conspiracies in this drama. Watch now »
Three Cape Town families make their living in the shopping centre Suidooster, in the fictional suburb of Ruiterbosch. This soapie is about a multicultural community and their challenges and triumphs. Watch now »
Don’t miss a second of the love, laughter, drama and scandal of Egoli, one of South Africa’s most loved series and now available up to its massive finale. Watch now »
Plus loads more! Go to showmax.com to browse the full catalogue.
How to sign up for Showmax
Simply go to www.showmax.com to sign up. Easy!
For South Africans overseas
With over 10 000 episodes of South African series from kykNET, VIA and Mzansi Magic on the Showmax catalogue for overseas subscribers (living in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK, the US or the Netherlands, among others), there’s no need to miss any of your favourite SA series and movies.
Many new shows are published on Showmax within 24 hours of the broadcast on local channels on DStv. Keep up to date with all the homegrown drama while you’re living abroad, within hours of viewers in South Africa seeing it for the first time. Simply sign up to Showmax to enjoy thousands of episodes of your favourite shows from home.
What are you waiting for?
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Note that Showmax is available overseas in these countries: 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 and United Kingdom.
Original African stories by local talent
Untying Kantai
Untying Kantai follows King Kantai, a man who has spent 30 years of his life working hard to provide for his family, only to be conned out of his life savings. Stream from 9 May, with new episodes weekly.
Big Girl Small World
Stream the new Kenyan romcom series Big Girl Small World from 8 May, with new episodes every week.
Empini S1
Stream the Showmax Original drama series Empini from 23 May 2024.
Original Sin: My Son The Killer
Original Sin: My Son The Killer follows the murder of Andrea Venter by Gerhard Jansen van Vuuren, who then went on the run from South Africa to Brazil.
Tracking Thabo Bester
From the makers of Devilsdorp and the director of Convict Conman comes the true-crime documentary South Africa has been waiting for. All the episodes are streaming on Showmax.
The Illuminated
The Showmax Original docuseries The Illuminated explores different religious movements in South Africa. All episodes now streaming.
Koek S1
The crime comedy Koek, starring Cindy Swanepoel. All the episodes are streaming on Showmax.
Ekhaya Backpackers S1
Stream the Showmax Original comedy series Ekhaya Backpackers. All the episodes are now streaming.
The Real Housewives Of Lagos S2 Reunion, now streaming
ENO S2: New daughter, more chaos
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