8 November 2017
10 fresh South African series on Showmax
Showmax is bringing a brilliant local line-up to South Africans this month, including new seasons of old favourites, some so-fresh-they’re-still-hot weekly series episodes and a boxset of one of the most popular action shows to come out of Mzansi.
JAN, S1 – Weekly episodes
This exclusive food series explores the work and world of SA’s first Michelin-star chef, Jan-Hendrik van der Westhuizen. Find out what inspires his mouth-watering culinary journeys and his spectacular creations. New episodes arrive on Showmax at the same time as the VIA broadcast on DStv every Tuesday. Watch now »
iNumber Number – A Showmax Original
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NJH_MR9tkI
This kykNET and Mzansi Magic co-production sees S’dumo Mtshali and Presley Chweneyagae reprising their roles as Chilli and Shoes, the undercover cops from the movie of the same name (also on Showmax). The full boxset is available to binge on Showmax. Watch now »
Villa Rosa, Season 11
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 »
Waterfront S1 – A Showmax Original – Weekly Episodes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Or8QxwBKEs
A kykNET and Showmax co-production: three sisters return to Cape Town and their family business of building yachts in this new drama series full of scandal, intrigue and romance! Weekly episodes land every Wednesday. Watch now »
Boer Soek n Vrou S10 – Weekly episodes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RNH6cfjgY8
In the 10th season of this hit reality show, Minki van der Westhuizen returns to help 10 farmers find lasting love. New episodes every week! Watch now »
Saints & Sinners, S1-3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqE02aUzB7w
A gripping family drama starring S’dumo Mtshali and other SA A-listers that will have you questioning your own moral code, and what it would take for you to ignore it. Watch now »
Getroud Met Rugby – The Soap, S1
From rugby drama to rugby soapie, this popular series reveals what life is like for the familie and wives of elite rugby players. Expect love, drama, dreams and tears. Watch now »
Diski Divas S1 – 2
The wives, girlfriends and exes of Mzansi’s soccer stars get together for more scandal, gossip, challenges and fun in the sun. Don’t miss this reality TV gem!
Planned release date: 09/11
Sterlopers S2
Fame and fortune await those who reach for it. But the world of entertainment is full of backstabbing and betrayal in this fast-paced drama about the lives of media dreamers.
Planned release date: 20/11
Toks En Tjops S3 – 4
Braai and rugby: two things made for each other. So every week guests join Toks and the team as they talk about the latest game news around the fire.
Planned release date: 27/11
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