4 May 2023

Afrikaans series to stream on Showmax

Love Afrikaans series? Don't miss the fantastic selection of kykNET, Via and other Afrikaans series available to binge-watch.

Here's a selection of some of our favourites, from intriguing investigations on Die Byl to all the drama on Getroud Met Rugby, we have a huge variety of proudly South African series for local television fans.

For a full list of Afrikaans series and movies, browse the catalogue.

Romantic comedy

Troukoors (Wedding Fever) Season 1-2

In this sexy Afrikaans comedy, a freak accident sets a wedding planner on an unexpected path. Together with her friends, she navigates life and love while wondering if the perfect person, and day, really exists.

Watch: Troukoors Season 2, all episodes now streaming.

Comedy

Hotel S1-5

We’re back in Mpumalanga in the latest season of the hit Afrikaans mockumentary series about a bunch of misfits working at a failing hotel.

Ekstra Medium

In a disastrous attempt to forget about his divorce, Bertie opens a cocktail bar. His place quickly becomes the hangout for friends, family and strangers. Watch new episodes 24 hours after they debut on kykNET.

Alles Malan

Set in Paarl in the Western Cape, this drama centres on the Malan family, headed by Brenda and Derik. Their firstborn, Frik, returns from England with his wife and kids after eight years to take over the family business.

Lui Maar Op, Belinda

Brumilda van Rensburg and Annelisa Weiland share the screen for the first time ever in this new Afrikaans sitcom. The show is set in George and features an odd mix of characters working at a general dealer.

Crime & legal dramas

Fynskrif S1-3

The final season of the legal drama has landed on Showmax, and Seasons 1-2 are also available to binge-watch on Showmax.

Die Byl S1-2

Brilliant detective Piet van der Bijl and his team are back for another nail-biting season of solving murder cases. But this season, the investigators become the targets.

Soaps

Suidooster

Secrets are unveiled, family members are at odds, mistakes are made and tensions run high this season of the hugely popular soap. Watch all the episodes so far on Showmax, plus new episodes express from kykNET.

Binnelanders

A South African soap opera set in and around a fictional private hospital in Pretoria. The storyline follows the trials, trauma and tribulations of the staff and patients.

Getroud Met Rugby

The popular series-turned-soapie is back for more battles on and off the rugby field. From new babies to new books, everyone is trying to win and some will pay any price to make that happen… Showmax has all the back episodes, plus the latest.

Arendsvlei

This drama-filled telenovela centres on the turbulent lives of the students, parents and teachers at the fictional Arendsvlei High School in the Cape Flats.

Drama

Kompleks

Koos Kombuis narrates this love story that spans years and universes. In one, Sean and Mica are very different matric students, looking at the stars. In the other universe, they're lonely adults, looking for love. Watch new episodes 24 hours after they debut on kykNET.

Tydelik Terminaal

In this coming of age story, three best friends face the end of their student years. As they contemplate the future, they must figure out who they are, what they stand for and where they want life to take them.

Reality & Actuality

Huisgenoot: Warelewensdramas

Revisit some of this iconic magazine's biggest stories. We meet the personalities, journalists and experts behind the story, and get the scoop on what really happened.

Die Siener S1-2

In this reality series, South African medium Gerald Burger helps people with their problems, both spiritual and supernatural. Watch all of Season One, and new episodes of Season 2 as they land on kykNET.

Glam Guru

Find out the secrets that models and celebrities use with the help of Hannon Bothma, stylist to the stars. Watch as he helps his guests transform from fair to fabulous!

Kom Ons Braai S9-14

Our favourite pastime is now a social experiment. Three couples who are strangers braai together and a whole lot happens around the fire.

Kom Ons Braai Familie en Vriende S1-13

Existing friendships and family ties are put to the ultimate test. Will the fires be put out forever? Will sparks fly? Watch what happens around the fire – and we’re not just talking about the food!

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