County 49

Martin Githinji is Sinjin

Ivy Collette is Zoey Okusimba

Peter Kawa is Officer Malik Maka

Nyokabi Macharia is Chief of Staff Debrah Maka

Nick Kwach is Saleh

Maqbul Mohammed is Deputy Governor Chris Komu

James Webbo is Elijah Matata

Derrick Kinyanjui is Saji Maka

Angela Mwandanda is Agnes

Ainea Ojiambo is former Governor Okusimba aka Ox

Wakio Mzenge is Governor Nerimah Mkung

County 49

Welcome to Bwatele County, Kenya’s fictional 49th county and the nation’s breadbasket. All episodes now streaming.

Tracking Thabo Bester

A documentary about the convicted murderer and rapist who faked his own death. All episodes are on Showmax.

Khaki Fever and more sexy Afrikaans movies and series

Watch these sexy Afrikaans series and movies on Showmax now.

Vaal Riviera S1

Follow four prominent families in the Vaal Triangle as they showcase their wealth, confront personal challenges, and host extravagant parties.

Charl on the Vaal Riviera, joining a reality show, motorsports and more

Afrikaans reality show Vaal Riviera lands on Showmax Friday, 22 August as it premieres at the Silwerskerm Festival. New episodes land Tuesdays.

10 game-changing shows to celebrate Showmax turning 10

Stream these original titles to celebrate Showmax turning 10. A decade later, streaming service has since expanded to 44 African countries.

The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival S2

Stream 13 of the best stand-up comedians in South Africa in their sets at the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival.

Bev Steyn on Untied, Joku and more

Beverly Steyn on sharing her story in Untied, opening up about vulnerability, her bond with Nonku Williams, and more.

Laugh Africa's Nonto R: Funny bones and blind date skits

See South African comedian Nonto R's hilarious stand-up set in Season 2 of the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival on Showmax.

Love Island USA S6-7

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.

Dog Man (2025)

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Nosferatu (2024)

This chilling reimagining of a classic tale got four Oscar nominations. When a terrifying vampire becomes infatuated with a young woman, a series of inexplicable horrors are unleashed.

Flight 149: Hostage of War (2025)

When Flight 149 landed in Kuwait, its passengers became pawns in Saddam's invasion, held as human shields. Decades later, survivors seek justice and the truth.

Kate and Annie take charge in Ten Pound Poms Season 2

Michelle Keegan (Kate) and Faye Marsay (Annie) take us back to Australia in 1957 as Annie starts a bikini revolution, and Kate lets her hair down.

White Bird (2023)

In the sequel to Wonder (2017), former bully Julian is struggling at his new school, until a visit from his grandmother offers perspective.

Flight Risk (2025)

On a small plane, a US Marshal escorts a government witness, but the pilot (Mark Wahlberg) turns out to be an assassin.

The Peacemaker S1-2

John Cena reprises his role in the spin-off of DC's Suicide Squad, where Peacemaker and his ragtag black ops squad target dangerous parasites.

Christopher Jaftha gets top billing in raunchy Khaki Fever

The actor behind "himbo" Daniel in upcoming Showmax R-rated movie Khaki Fever talks about sex scenes, short shorts, and director Brett Michael Innes.

uThando Nes'thembu S1-8

Musa Mseleku and his wives give you carte blanche to come into their home in this dramatic, addictive reality show.

Nkululeko Mahlangu on Makoto, marriage and more

Nkululeko Mahlangu on being in Married at First Sight. Catch it every Sunday on Mzansi Magic and Showmax.

What to watch on Showmax in September 2025

This September, Showmax drops a stellar new lineup. From the final season of Youngins to buzzworthy film Khaki Fever plus global smash hits Landman, Conclave and The Brutalist.