20 June 2018
What to watch when you can’t sleep
Forget those things that experts, your friends and your mother swear by to help you get to sleep (warm milk, counting sheep, breathing through your left nostril only). Take your mind off your insomnia, get your phone or tablet out and stream these series and movies instead.
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Based on the novel of the same name. A writer forms a strong bond with the residents of Guernsey Island while writing a book about their experiences during World War II. Watch now »
Younger
Seasons 1 to 6 of this fun rom-com about a 40-year-old mom who poses as a 26-year-old to get a job in publishing, and ends up getting more than she can handle, from the creator of Sex and the City, comes first and only on Showmax. The episodes are short and sweet at around 20 minutes each, so you can binge an entire season without being up til dawn. Season 7 lands in June 2021! Watch now »
Wura, now streaming
Iyanu, coming to Showmax
The best of West Africa

The Real Housewives of Lagos S1-S3
Binge-watch The Real Housewives of Lagos S1-3 and catch the explosive reunions, streaming from 14 and 21 April 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.

AMVCA 2025: Watch these nominated titles on Showmax
Showmax is setting the pace with 23 nominated titles at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, all available for streaming.