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Love Island UK S12
Gorgeous singles live in a luxury villa – with the added possibility of meeting their soul mate – in this fun and flirty reality series.

Found S2
Found follows recovery specialist Gabi Mosely as she and her team work tirelessly to find missing people forgotten by the system.

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story (2024)
Christopher Reeve rose to fame as a celebrated actor before a near-fatal riding accident left him paralysed. This award-winning and Emmy-nomintead documentary was produced by South African Robert Ford.

Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together S1
Follow the electrifying journey of Nelly and Ashanti as the beloved couple reignite their love while navigating the ups and downs of being newlyweds and parents.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta S16
These sassy women of Atlanta’s entrepreneurial spirits are in full bloom as they juggle their personal and professional lives, along with their busy social calendars.

Christopher Reeve documentary on Showmax get four Emmy nods
South African producer Robert Ford discusses his Emmy-nominated documentary, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, which premieres on Showmax on Friday, 25 July 2025.

Love Island USA S5-7
The American version of the hit show moves the action to Las Vegas, but the premise remains: the most beloved couple will sashay away with $100 000.

Everyone Else Burns S2
This hilarious comedy series, which has drama and heart, follows a family devoted to a religious cult as they navigate modern-day life and prepare for the world’s end.
Showmax Originals you will love

The Mommy Club NBO star Lynne Njihia on being a Gen Z mother
The Mommy Club NBO star Lynne Njihia talks about dealing with online trolls, being a young mother, and her thoughts on showing her daughter’s face online. All episodes are streaming on Showmax.

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.

Vaal Riviera
Vaal Riviera follows four Afrikaans families living in the heart of Vaal River society, where family, business, car racing and legacy all come into play. Stream from 22 August, with new episodes on Tuesdays.

Pierra Makena on single motherhood and being in the public eye
The Mommy Club NBO’s Pierra Makena is living her best life – acting, DJing and now starring in the Showmax Original reality show about moms who have – and do – it all.

Big Brother Naija S10
Stream BBNaija Season 10 on Showmax, including the 24/7 live stream, daily highlight episodes, Sunday eviction shows, and other key moments throughout the season.

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.

Showmax Originals dominate at ZIFF 2025
Showmax Originals triumphed at the Zanzibar International Film Festival 2025, with Subterranea, The Chocolate Empire, and Jacob’s Daughters winning top awards for storytelling and performance.

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.
Best shows to binge

Love Island UK S12
Gorgeous singles live in a luxury villa – with the added possibility of meeting their soul mate – in this fun and flirty reality series.

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.

Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together S1
Follow the electrifying journey of Nelly and Ashanti as the beloved couple reignite their love while navigating the ups and downs of being newlyweds and parents.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta S16
These sassy women of Atlanta’s entrepreneurial spirits are in full bloom as they juggle their personal and professional lives, along with their busy social calendars.