11 January 2019
What to watch on Showmax SA: 11 Jan 2019
Here are the series, movies, kids’ shows and documentaries that were added to Showmax this week. Happy streaming!
International series
Maggie and Emma face their biggest test yet: not the baby, not work, not the bossy neighbours, but medical news that would stop any of us in our tracks. Luckily the two besties have not lost any of their wacky humour! Watch now »
You never know who’s listening… working for Beverly Hills’ most powerful families, four maids have access to some incredible gossip – and like their bosses they are not above using dirt to get what they want… Watch now »
International movies
An evil prince has returned to take the world back from humans and he plans to use Hellboy to destroy them all. But the cigar-chomping, cat-loving demon has other plans in this action-packed sequel from Guillermo del Toro. Watch now »
Scott has found the girl of his dreams. Unfortunately he needs to beat her exes in combat before he can date her. This hyper-kinetic and incredibly funny film is full of crazy characters and over the top action like never before. Watch now »
Documentaries
Hurricanes are one of the most destructive forces on the planet. Now go into the middle of one as it forms off the coast of Africa, then tears across the Atlantic to ravage the Caribbean islands. Watch now »
The long-awaited sequel to the award-winning BBC Earth series, this tracks a day in different parts of the planet. Watch in startling HD how nature reacts to different challenges, and experience incredible animal encounters. Watch now »
Kids’ shows
There are new aliens in town and they are just fascinated by our planet and its creatures. Join them in a fun blend of live-action and animated clips as they learn about the world from their playroom. Watch now »
My Little Pony Equestria Girls Better Together Special: Forgotten Friendship
Something has erased everyone’s memories! Fortunately Sunset Shimmer notices, but she needs the help of Princess Twilight Sparkle before her friends’ minds are lost forever. Watch now »
My Little Pony Equestria Girls Better Together Special: Rollercoaster of Friendship
The Equestria Land amusement park is open and its PR manager is keen to promote it. But when a little Equestrian magic charms her phone, she starts abusing it to erase what she doesn’t like. Watch now »
How does everything around us work? Curious kids can switch on to this show and explore everything from what dirt is made of, to what migration means. Fun and filled with interactive activities, it’s perfect for inquisitive minds. Watch now »
Fred is like your average lazy cat. But when his owners go to work, he is Nature Cat and joins his friends for exciting outdoors adventures. Beautifully drawn and energetically voiced, don’t miss out on Nature Cat’s next outing. Watch now »
Forget spying – this time Harriet’s biggest challenge is to be named Class Blogger of the Year! But she has tough competition from her rival, Marion. How far will Harriet go to win? Watch now »
South African additions
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The year starts with with a brand-new series. Welcome to the small Karoo town of Maanhaarsdrif, a place where the people are a little strange but very pleasant. It seems things never change here, but a lot goes on underneath… Watch now »
Eager to save her flagging ratings, a disabled television presenter invites a miracle healer onto her show – and challenges him to help her walk again. Winner of several festival awards, this tense drama shouldn’t be missed. Watch now »
Despite coming from very different worlds, in 2014 Siseko Ntondini and Piers Cruickshanks won gold in the tough Dusi Canoe Marathon. This movie tells their amazing story, which will resonate with every South African. Watch now »
When Christian Barnard did the first heart transplant in 1967, Hamilton Naki, a black man, played an equal part in the sensational operation. This is how determination, discipline and the traits of both men moved mountains. Watch now »
Get to know Winnie Mandela, the stoic freedom fighter who was as famous for her activism as the controversies that surrounded her. Watch now »
The drama reaches a fever pitch in this new season. Thandi’s offer of love is cruelly rebuffed, while Zama plots against her family – who are plotting against her! The stakes have never been higher in SA’s most loved drama. Watch now »
Raps is all about the money and success he can find with his street dancing skills. He finally gets that big break, only to fall in love with his gangster patron’s girlfriend. Is he willing to risk it all just to have her? Watch now »
Two South African actors are working hard to break into the Hollywood scene – so hard that dating is the last thing on their minds. But love has a way of making itself heard in this sweet romcom. Watch now »
Original African stories by local talent
The ABC Killer
The ABC Killer is a twisty true-crime documentary series about serial killer Moses Sithole. Stream from 22 July on Showmax.
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Untied S1
Untied explores the deeply personal and often complex experience of divorce, told through the voices of women who have lived it. Stream now, with new episodes every Tuesday.
Made in South Africa
Reckless S1
Reckless follows a pair of young brothers who find themselves at a crossroads when a tragic accident changes their lives forever. Stream now, with new episodes every Monday and Tuesday.
Made in Kenya
The Mommy Club NBO
The Mommy Club NBO is the fifth instalment of the record-breaking Mommy Club franchise. Stream now, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in Kenya
Empini S1-2
Empini is a high-stakes, action-packed drama set in the ruthless, corrupt world of private security. Season 2 is now streaming, with new episodes every Tuesday.
Made in South Africa
Youngins S1-2
Stream Tshedza Pictures’s first teen drama, Showmax Original Youngins. S1 and S2 are ready to binge.
Made in South Africa
The Real Housewives of Durban Seasons 1-5
Our eThekwini queens are back with a brand-new season. Stream Season 5 now, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in South AfricaThe Mommy Club NBO now streaming
The Chocolate Empire, now streaming
The best movies to stream
Elphaba and Glinda’s Wicked little guide
Find out what Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have to say about Wicked, pick up 10 magical behind-the-scenes facts, and explore 7 more schools of witchcraft and wizardry.
Push play on Father’s Day: Dads just want to have fun
If you’re trying to figure out what the mystery man known as dad really wants this Father’s Day, promise him one-on-one time with our Dads Just Wanna Have Fun collection.
James McAvoy and James Watkins on Speak No Evil
Speak No Evil director James Watkins and star James McAvoy explain “host” Paddy’s creepy charisma, and we check out 6 more roles that prove you never know what to expect with James McAvoy.
Celebrate World Oceans Day with My Penguin Friend
My Penguin Friend director David Schurmann and actor Jean Reno explain how you shoot a penguin. Plus, explore our World Oceans Day watchlist of 25 wet and wild movies and series.