Where to watch The Real Housewives franchise online

Whether you stream reality TV for inspiration or for the juicy drama from The Real Housewives, Showmax has you sorted.

Showmax has all the seasons of The Real Housewives of Durban and The Real Housewives of Johannesburg. Also available to stream are Showmax Originals The Real Housewives of Lagos, The Real Housewives of Abuja, The Real Housewives of Nairobi, and full seasons of Die Real Housewives van Pretoria, The Real Housewives of Cape Town and Die Real Housewives van die Wynlande.

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip - South Africa is available to binge on Showmax, taking eight of South Africa’s most iconic Housewives on a luxury trip to Jamaica. 

Also The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa is available to stream, with new episodes every Friday. Jet off to Brazil with eight glamorous housewives from four cities for a celebration of sisterhood and adventure. Featuring Madam Evodia Mogase & Christall Kay flying the Johannesburg flag high, Annie Mthembu, Angel Ndlela & Jojo Robinson representing The Real Housewives of Durban, Dr Catherine Masitsa (Dr C) & Zena Nyambu from Nairobi, and Mariam Timmer & Princess Jecoco bring the Nigerian sparkle.

Read more about each instalment of the beloved franchise that gives viewers an inside look at the world of affluent housewives around the world.

South Africa

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa | Stream now

Get ready for an unprecedented, world-first experience with an all-African cast! Meet the fiery ladies from Nairobi, Lagos, and Abuja! Be part of a reality getaway bringing together eight housewives from four cities for a glam-filled celebration of sisterhood and adventure. Join Madam Evodia Mogase and Christall Kay, Annie Mthembu, Angel Ndlela and Jojo Robinson, Dr Catherine Masitsa and Zena Nyambu and Mariam Timmer and Princess Jecoco. New episodes drop on Showmax every Friday.

The Real Housewives of Durban Season 1-5 | Showmax Original | Binge now

The Real Housewives of Durban, one of the ten most-streamed titles on Showmax in 2024, is returning for an exciting fifth season.

This season sees the return of OGs Nonku Williams and Sorisha Naidoo, Africa’s longest-serving Housewives. Joining them are Jojo Robinson, who has been with the show since Season 2, and Angel Ndlela, who made her debut in Season 4.The new season also introduces a fresh dynamic with newcomers Ayanda, Kwanele Kubheka, Lo, and Precious, promising even more drama, glamour, and unforgettable moments.

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip - South Africa | Showmax Original

Eight iconic Housewives swop city glam for Jamaica's vibrant paradise. Dive into the whirlwind of drama amidst the lush landscapes and pulsating reggae rhythms as these divas connect in ways you've never seen before.

The Showmax Original features eight of South Africa’s most memorable and iconic Housewives from five franchises: Beverly Steyn (The Real Housewives of Cape Town S1); Christall Kay (The Real Housewives of Johannesburg S1-2); LaConco (The Real Housewives of Durban S1-2); Lethabo Lejoy Mathatho (The Real Housewives of Johannesburg S2-3); Liz Prins (The Real Housewives of Gqeberha S1); Londie London (The Real Housewives of Durban S2); Melany Viljoen (The Real Housewives of Pretoria S1); and Nonku Williams (The Real Housewives of Durban S1-4).

The Real Housewives of Johannesburg Season 1-3

This was South Africa’s first foray into The Real Housewives franchise, and both seasons of the show are ready to binge-watch on Showmax.

The Real Housewives of Johannesburg is a riveting reality series about some of the richest women in Johannesburg. They love money. They love drama. Besides the drama, you can also expect a lot of champagne sipping and a whole lot of fabulous lunches, brunches and the occasional teary moment from Jozi's most glamorous ladies.

Die Real Housewives van Pretoria

Die Real Housewives van Pretoria takes the Real Housewives franchise to the South African capital city, where the only thing bigger than the drama is the hair. Provoco (Sex in Afrikaans) produced the first Afrikaans version of NBCUniversal’s hit international reality series franchise, The Real Housewives, for kykNET.

Die Real Housewives van die Wynlande

The second Afrikaans language edition of The Real Housewives franchise is set among the villas and vineyards of the Cape winelands with a cast of strong, independent women who are not afraid to speak their minds.

Join entrepreneur and former Miss South Africa Amy Kleinhans-Curd, stock trader Mariska Thorpe, businesswoman Karen Schwendtke, singer and marketing manager Candice Bester, aesthetic doctor Michelle van Zyl and former teacher Anita Lloyd as they open the doors of their luxurious houses, their hearts, and their lives to viewers.

The Real Housewives of Gqeberha

The 'Real Housewives' franchise continues to expand across SA, with this edition landing in Gqeberha. The series follows a group of upper-class women navigating their relationships, careers, and lavish lifestyles in Gqeberha.

Join Norma Nicol, Buli G. Ngomane, Liz Prins, Unathi Faku and Ashleigh Mather as they show you a side to Gqeberha that you’ve never seen before; one where the circles are tight and where the women bond through power.

The Real Housewives of Cape Town

The Real Housewives franchise is taking on the Mother City where everything is grand - from the beaches, the nightlife, and the scenery. The Real Housewives of Cape Town is the 17th international version of the franchise, and the fourth to be adapted in Africa.

The cast includes Beverley Stein, Rushda Moosajee, Loveline Abinokhauno aka Mrs Leo, Thato Montse, Camilla McDowell, Kutazwa ‘Rooksy’ Gqirana, and Luthando Lue, Lulwando ‘Lue’ Tukwayo.

Nigeria

The Real Housewives of Lagos Season 1-3 | Showmax Original

The first Nigerian instalment of the award-winning franchise, which is distributed internationally by NBCUniversal Formats, a division of Universal Studio Group, returned for a third season in January 2025.

In true Lagos style, the ladies serve up all the high fashion, luxury, drama, and power moves that the franchise is known and loved for globally. Season 3 sees three fan favourites returning: Laura Ikeji Kanu, the ever-vibrant entrepreneur and social media personality; Mariam Timmer, the bold and charismatic PR expert; as well as Carolyna Hutchings, entertainment aficionado and savvy businesswoman who was a cast member in Season 1.

The Real Housewives of Abuja | Showmax Original

A new instalment of The Real Housewives franchise launches in Abuja, the Nigerian city of wealth and power.

The new series follows the luxurious lives of six influential and successful women in Abuja. The women include Arafa, Comfort Booth, OJ Posharella, Princess Jecoco, Samantha Homossany and Tutupie as they navigate their opulent lives, relationships, family and businesses within the powerful city of Abuja and beyond.

All the episodes of The Real Housewives of Abuja are ready to binge.

Kenya

The Real Housewives of Nairobi S1-2 | Showmax Original

Showmax, in partnership with NBCUniversal Formats, also brought The Real Housewives to Kenya. The Real Housewives of Nairobi, a new Showmax Original, now streaming on Showmax.

Follow a group of dynamic women as they navigate their lavish lifestyles, relationships and careers in Nairobi. These women include Susan Kaittany, Vera Sidika, Sonal Maherali, Minne Kariuki, and Lisa Christoffersen.

All the episodes of The Real Housewives of Nairobi S1-2 are ready to binge.

International

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills S14-15

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH) follows the lives of some of the most affluent women in the world as they enjoy the lavish lifestyles only Beverly Hills can provide.

Season 15 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH) teases all the gloss and glamour of a "Hot Girl Summer" as the ladies jet set across the globe from The Hamptons and Sedona to Italy, but will the drama put a strain on their friendships as alliances shift and old wounds reopen?

The Real Housewives of Orange County S19

The super smash-hit that launched a reality lifestyle franchise, The Real Housewives of Orange County focuses on the private lives of the privileged residents of a Southern California elite community. Offering a fly-on-the-wall view of the day-to-day existence of the truly decadent and extravagantly casual, this addictive docudrama is a real-life soap opera starring the tanned, bleached, and fabulous. 

The Real Housewives of Miami S4

In this season of The Real Housewives of Miami, families grow, opulence reaches new heights, and the sunshine stays strong in the 305. But loyalty is a luxury as friendships test their furthest limits.

Alexia Nepola is navigating one of the most emotionally challenging years of her life following Todd’s decision to file for divorce. Lisa Hochstein is loving life, from jet-setting to walking the runway at Milan Fashion Week to moving in with Jody in their new luxury high-rise. Julia Lemigova has welcomed two new bundles of joy and is thriving in the beautiful chaos with Martina by her side. Guerdy Abraira is now living her life cancer-free and is ready to embrace every moment. Larsa Pippen is back on the market after a very public breakup, but her focus is on her children’s rising career and settling into her new dream home

The Real Housewives of Potomac S8-9

The reality series follows several well-to-do women who are part of an exclusive society in a community of rolling hills and gated mansions in Potomac.

Stacey Rusch is a former QVC host, who has an eight-year-old daughter and is in the middle of a divorce. Keiarna Stewart is a successful entrepreneur, who has reservations about some of the ladies, but is trying to forge her own place within the group.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City S5-6

In the majestic mountains of Utah is a hidden social circle made up of successful women who have created their own paradise filled with luxury homes and shopping sprees.

Join Lisa Barlow, Mary Cosby, Heather Gay, Angie Katsanevas, Meredith Marks, Bronwyn Newport, Whitney Rose, and friend Britani Bateman as they travel around the globe, trade their Sprinter van for an RV, fly first class to Greece, and even sail the seas with the crew of Below Deck Down Under.

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 personal calendars.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16 reunion delivers high drama and raw emotion. From Brit Eady's shocking absence and Angela’s accusations against Phaedra, to Drew addressing infidelity and the emotional fallout between Porsha and Shamea, no topic is off-limits. With unfiltered truths and broken friendships, this reunion is a must-watch.

The Real Housewives of New York City S15

The Real Housewives of New York City gives viewers a one-of-a-kind look inside the intriguing lives of women navigating life in the Big Apple.

The Real Housewives of New York City’s cast includes fashion designer and style icon Jenna Lyons, Somali-Canadian model and businesswoman Ubah Hassan, content creator and lifestyle influencer Sai De Silva, serial entrepreneur Erin Lichy, fashion publicist Jessel Taank, and marketing and communications consultant Brynn Whitfield, with fashion designer and entrepreneur Rebecca Minkoff coming in as a friend of the housewives this season.

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