Drama
Rob Peace (2024)
An underprivileged, gifted young Black man reaches Yale University, only for past injustices to threaten his future, in this emotional drama based on a true story.
Sammy Okore gets candid on his breakout role in Reckless
Sammy Okore is back on screen in Showmax Original youth drama Reckless, now streaming, with new episodes on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Kenyan
Matlock S1
Retired 70-year-old Madeline Matlock rejoins the work force at a prestigious law firm, where she uses her wily tactics to win cases and expose wrongdoing in this hit reboot.
Here, and 15 more great movies to cry about
Whether you’re looking to shed happy tears or shed part of your soul, we have movies centred on love in all its forms to help you, starting with Tom Hanks and Robin Wright’s Here.
Better Man (2024)
This Oscar-nominated unusual biopic tells the tale of pop superstar Robbie Williams’s pursuit of money, fame and acceptance.
Here (2024)
Forrest Gump stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright are reunited for this quirky yet emotional drama. Follow the lives of multiple generations who have lived in the same home over a century.
Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh seduce us in We Live in Time
Prepare to laugh, cry, and fall in love with two rather silly people. Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh chat about true love, time and going bald gracefully.
We Live In Time (2024)
An emotional and unconventional love story led by Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh. Almut and Tobias meet, fall in love and start a family, but their love is tested by cancer.
Reckless star Brian Abajah spills on his latest role
Brian Abajah talks about his rising career and his role in Showmax’s Reckless. Catch new episodes every Monday on Showmax.
Kenyan
Mary & George S1
Mary Villiers moulds her beautiful son, George, to seduce King James I, intending to gain riches and influence through outrageous schemes.
Goodrich (2024)
Andy Goodrich needs help raising his kids after his wife checks into rehab – so he leans on his daughter from his first marriage in this bittersweet family drama.
Reckless S1
In Reckless, a wealthy family’s empire is at stake when two brothers’ street-racing leads to tragedy. New episodes land on Mondays only on Showmax.
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First look: New youth drama Reckless, on Showmax this June
Watch the explosive trailer for the new Showmax Original youth drama, Reckless, set to premiere on 23 June 2025.
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Doc S1
A powerful medical drama based on an incredible true story. Dr. Amy Larsen (Molly Parker) loses her memory during a car accident and must return to being an intern as she rebuilds her life.
16 medical dramas to stream in an entertainment emergency
From New Amsterdam to The Good Doctor to House, these compelling medical shows are all streaming on Showmax.
Mountainhead (2025)
Succession creator Jesse Armstrong delivers a star-studded satire about a group of super-rich tech gurus who meet for a boys’ trip as an international crisis unfolds.
Maurice Muendo discusses his debut feature film, BOBO
Maurice Muendo talks about his debut feature film, BOBO, now streaming on Showmax fresh from its premiere at the Joburg Film Festival.
Kenyan
BOBO (2024)
Bobo, an 18-year-old from Nairobi’s Mathare slum, must win a modelling competition to save her family. Starring newcomer Faith Muthoni.
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Derek Bbanga reflects on his role in The Chocolate Empire
Derek Bbanga talks about his role as Mike in the Kenyan Showmax Original The Chocolate Empire. All episodes are now available to binge.
Made in KenyaKenyan filmmaker to debut feature film BOBO on Showmax
Watch the trailer for the Kenyan Showmax film BOBO fresh from its premiere at the 2025 Joburg Film Festival, and streaming from 23 May 2025.
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Power Book III: Raising Kanan S1-4
Teenaged Kanan Stark works to join the family drug business in Queens in the prequel series to the hit show Power.
Happy Face S1
A young woman’s world is turned upside down when she discovers that her father is an infamous serial killer in this tense series.
Happy Face and the monster at home
What’s it like to find out that someone you love has committed atrocities? We look at the new serial killer crime drama series Happy Face, along with three documentaries about killers and criminals close to home.
Widow Clicquot and 10 more sparkling biopics: Life writes the plot
Get ready to pop the cork on some vintage storytelling with the tale of how Widow Clicquot revolutionised French wine-making, then check out our menu for 10 more sparkling movies about real people.