How to watch Showmax on your phone
Watch the best series and movies anywhere using the Showmax app. You can even download shows to watch offline.
It’s easy to stay entertained and watch Showmax on your phone. Especially when you can download series and movies to watch offline when you don’t have access to the internet.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you streaming or downloading the best series and movies right now using the Showmax app on your phone. And absolutely everything in the Showmax catalogue, aside from live events, is available for download.
First of all, you’ll need to be a Showmax subscriber to use the app, so go to Showmax.com and sign up with your email and create a password to get started. If you only intend to watch Showmax on one mobile device, consider signing up for Showmax Mobile (R49PM) or Showmax Pro Mobile (R225PM). Find out more here.
How to watch Showmax on my Android phone
1. Download the Showmax app from the Google Play Store.
2. Open the Showmax app and sign in with your email and password.
3. Select the show you want to watch and tap the play icon to start watching.
Not a Showmax subscriber? Sign up now at Showmax.com.
How to watch Showmax on my iOS/Apple phone
1. Download the Showmax app from the App Store.
2. Open the Showmax app and sign in with your email and password.
3. Select the show you want to watch and tap the play icon to start watching.
How to download series and movies with the Showmax app
1. Open the Showmax app and sign in with your email and password if necessary.
2. Select the show you want to watch and tap the download icon.
Pro-tip: Make sure you download your shows when connected to Wi-Fi so you don’t use your precious mobile data.
You can download up to 25 series episodes or movies on your phone using the Showmax app. Once you hit play, the show will automatically delete itself after 48 hours to save space on your device. Read more in the guide below.
