HBO and HBO Max shows and documentaries to stream
When we’re looking for a new show to binge-watch, one that pushes the envelope, offers unconventional and controversial storylines or boasts exceptional production quality, not to mention the A-list celebrities we love, we just know HBO will deliver the goods.
These are the highly rated, keenly anticipated and eagerly binge-watched HBO and HBO Max series and documentaries available on Showmax.
Plus, we’ve curated five HBO and HBO Max Collection just for you.
Tony Hawk: Until The Wheels Fall Off
With never-before-seen footage and unprecedented access, follow the legend Tony Hawk’s personal life, career and relationship with skateboarding.
Tokyo Vice S1
In this powerful HBO crime thriller based on true events, a Western journalist working in Tokyo takes on one of the city’s most powerful crime bosses.
When We Were Bullies (2022)
A mind-boggling coincidence leads the filmmaker to track down his fifth-grade class and fifth-grade teacher to examine their memory of and complicity in a bullying incident 50 years ago.
Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show S1
A docuseries following Jerrod Carmichael in his encounters with friends, family and strangers, all in his search for love, sex and connection.
Curb Your Enthusiasm S1-12
Larry David plays Larry David in every single episode of the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning comedy series.
Full Circle S1
A star-studded, hard-hitting, mysterious limited crime series. Investigating a botched kidnapping uncovers deep secrets and multiple characters in New York City.
Savior Complex
A hard-hitting documentary about controversial American missionary Renee Bach, who set up a charity for malnourished children in Uganda.
How to With John Wilson S3
An HBO comedy shot in a documentary style as you see New York through the lens of John Wilson as he travels through the iconic city.
And Just Like That S2
Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis and Nicole Ari Parker reprise their iconic roles in this mini-series about their new chapter.
Rain Dogs S1
HBO’s dark comedy is an unconventional love story between a working-class single mum, her young daughter and a privileged gay man.
Love to Love You, Donna Summer (2023)
Her dreams, voice and story are explored in this powerful and revealing HBO documentary that follows the life of iconic singer Donna Summer.
Avenue 5 S2
Golden Globe winner Hugh Laurie drives this HBO comedy about a space crew trapped in a cruise ship with spoiled tourists as passengers.
White House Plumbers S1
With an all-star cast, this is the true story of Nixon’s own political staff and Watergate masterminds accidentally toppling his presidency.
Perry Mason S2
It’s the 1930s and LA is booming. It’s here that down-and-out defence attorney Perry Mason takes on the cases of the decade.
The Fastest Woman on Earth (2022)
A fascinating and tragic documentary about Jessi Combs, a professional racer and TV personality who set out to break new records in racing.
A Black Lady Sketch Show S1-4
Celebrities including Wanda Sykes and Vanessa Williams join the regular cast of four black female comedians in a series of hilarious sketches.
Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty S2
This HBO series is based on the 80s Los Angeles Lakers becoming the most successful basketball team, and their legacy on and off the court.
Somebody Somewhere S2
Grappling with the death of her sister, Sam finds community with a group of outsiders in this semi-autobiographical HBO dramedy.
Warrior S3
The original dragon Bruce Lee wrote, pitched and had this story rejected. Fifty years later, Warrior made it to the screen.
The Righteous Gemstones S3
A family who preach living a holy life are instead living the good life – until their secrets and sins start catching up with them.
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This Body Works For Me S2
This Body Works For Me explores the lives of seven women in the South African adult entertainment industry, letting us in on their family dynamics, relationships, hustles, and careers.
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After Ever Happy (2022)
A shocking truth about Tessa and Hardin’s families emerges, leading them to realise they are more similar than they ever thought.
Don’t Worry Darling (2022)
Florence Pugh and Harry Styles lead this mystery thriller set in the 1950s in a utopian town where nothing is as it seems.
Minx S1-2
In 1970s LA, an earnest young feminist and a low-rent publisher team up to create the first erotic magazine for women.
Swap the chill for a long, hot summer with Love Island UK on Showmax
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Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye on his role in The Idol
The co-creator, exec producer, writer and actor playing the role of Tedros in HBO’s The Idol tells us about how his real life inspired the controversial show.
Lily-Rose Depp on her breakout role on The Idol, IMDb’s most popular show globally
Lily-Rose Depp discusses her breakthrough role on The Idol, the controversial drama series, now streaming on Showmax.
The creator of Euphoria on his even more controversial new show: The Idol
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The most binge-worthy series
Tokyo Vice S1
In this powerful HBO crime thriller based on true events, a Western journalist working in Tokyo takes on one of the city’s most powerful crime bosses.
Moonshine S2
The Canadian comedy-drama with a “dreamy, summer vibe”, Moonshine, returns for a raucous, raunchy second season on Showmax.
Chicago Med S1-8
The creator of the explosive ‘Chicago’ series brings us another compelling instalment, in this pulse-pounding medical drama about the courageous team of doctors at the city’s trauma centre.
Survivor SA S6-9 and USA S44
It’s the ultimate binge: season after season of Survivor, both the US and SA versions. Go on – dive in!