The Unbreakable Boy (2025)

Lehlohonolo Mayeza on Leruo’s battles in Outlaws Season 2

New love, old foes: Lehlohonolo Mayeza unpacks Leruo's journey in Outlaws S2, on Showmax from 17 November and Mzansi Magic from 22 November.

Last Breath (2025)

Woody Harrelson and Simu are in a race against time in this thrilling true story that follows seasoned deep-sea divers as they battle the raging elements to rescue their crew.

17 medical dramas to stream in an entertainment emergency

From St. Denis Medical to New Amsterdam to House, these compelling medical shows are all streaming on Showmax.

Finding Optel (2024)

A whimsical detective story. Claire Abrahams is a teenager who finds her quirky neighbourhood's lost things. When the community's beloved stray dog goes missing, Claire is determined to find her.

Youngins S3: Toka Mtabane on Khaya and Amo's relationship

Toka Mtabane opens up about Khaya’s journey through sex and intimacy in Youngins S3, now streaming on Showmax with new episodes every Friday.

Finding Optel to hit Showmax after BFI London Film Festival

Mikayla Joy Brown and Jesse Brown talk about Finding Optel's BFI London Film Festival premiere. Coming to Showmax on 24 October 2025.

Outlaws S2: Meet the new Sihle, Noluthando Ngema

Watch the trailer for Outlaws S2, featuring rising star Noluthando Ngema, streaming from 17 November and on Mzansi Magic from 22 November 2025.

Gallery: Showmax Fan Day with Youngins brings the heat

The Youngins cast brought the looks, laughs, and unforgettable vibes to Showmax Fan Day on 18 October.

10 fun things to watch on World Animation Day

Get drawn into comedy, drama and fantasy where, if you can imagine it, you can bring it to life – from The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim anime, to The Wild Robot.

Creating The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

Anime director Kenji Kamiyama and Oscar-winning screenwriter-producer Philippa Boyens chat about how the LOTR trilogy team reunited to turn back the clock in Middle-earth. 

Inside spy movie Black Bag

Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett, director Steven Soderbergh and writer David Koepp give us a top-secret peek inside their new spy movie Black Bag.

The best kids' shows and movies to stream during school holidays

Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to during school holidays in October 2025, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.