6 December 2020
What’s leaving Showmax this month
All good things must come to an end – and that’s true for the run of some series and movies on Showmax. To keep even more entertainment coming your way, shows do sometimes leave Showmax (here’s why).
As most shows expire at the end of the month, there’s still time to catch some of these before they’re gone.
Luckily, there are thousands of other series and movies to make up for these ones leaving. Browse the full collection here.
Here are the series and non-fiction shows slated for expiry in December. Unless otherwise noted, the expiry date is the last day of the month.
This month’s highlight
Catch-22: Expiring 14 December
A dark comedy based on the novel of the same name about a US Air Forces bombardier who’ll try anything to get out of his responsibilities during WWII. Directed by and starring George Clooney, alongside Alex Chandler, Christopher Abbott and more.
International series
- Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce – 9 December
- Shades of Blue – 9 December
- Marvel’s Runaways – 20 December
- I’m Sorry – 30 December
- Hackerville – 30 December
- Miracle Workers – 30 December
- Temptation Island USA – 31 December
- MotherFatherSon – 31 December
International movies
All expiring on 31 December, unless noted
- Dr Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas – 11 December
- Dance Camp
- Grease
- Life of the Party
- My Favourite Wedding
- Ocean’s 8
- Star Trek
Non-Fiction
Expiring on 31 December
- Earth from Space
- Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart
South African shows
Expiring on 31 December
- Chin Up
This list was accurate at the time of publishing. More shows may be added or removed.
Original African stories by local talent
4Play
4Play follows four men who, despite their chaotic personal lives, find friendship, love and perseverance in Nairobi’s concrete jungle. Stream from 21 November, with new episodes every Thursday.
Die Tollie & Manila Show
A bold talk show where SA celebs join drag queens Tollie Parton and Manila von Teez for an evening of conversation and games… in drag. Stream now, with new episodes every Monday.
The Station Strangler
The Station Strangler is a true-crime documentary investigating the serial killer who is believed to have killed 21 young boys and one adult from the late 80s to the mid-90s on the Cape Flats. Now available to stream.
Black & Blue S1
Black & Blue, a Showmax Original police-based mockumentary series, now streaming, with new episode every Wednesday.
Ubuthe Uzobuya
Ubuthe Uzobuya delves into the lives of couples torn apart when one partner abruptly disappears without explanation. Stream now, with new episodes every Tuesday.
Princess on a Hill
Princess on a Hill is a compelling drama series that explores themes of power, ambition, and the cost of success. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Brasse Vannie Kaap
Brasse Vannie Kaap is a documentary about the iconic, game-changing 90s group who helped make hip hop South African. Stream now on Showmax.
Soft Life
Soft Life follows Owami who enters into the secretive world of high-society companionship. Landing on Showmax soon!
Subterranea, now streaming
Nai-Rich on Showmax
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