15 August 2018
What to watch when you’re under the weather
The seasons are changing and sickness is creeping in! And the good thing about being sick is that it’s the perfect excuse for an immense binge-watching session. So strap your-sick-self in for some quality shows you should be watching right now on Showmax.
HBO’s Succession S1-2 | Exclusive to Showmax
Logan Roy has built a powerful company and must choose which of his children will take it over. But not everyone is happy with his plans… First and only Showmax. Watch it now »
The River
The River is set in Pretoria and follows the lives of the Dlamini’s and the Mokoena’s, Two families from different backgrounds that are brought together and divided by the discovery of a diamond in Cullinan, Just a stone’s throw away from Pretoria. There are 100+ episodes on Showmax, with a brand-new one delivered every day, express from the 1Magic broadcast. Watch it now »
Filthy Rich S1
The Monreauxes are a mega-rich Southern family famed for creating a successful Christian TV network. On the cusp of a new venture, a tragedy leaves wife and mother Margaret (Kim Cattrall) in charge of the family business. Starring Kim Kattrall. Watch it now »
Original African stories by local talent
Original Sin: My Son The Killer
Original Sin: My Son The Killer follows the murder of Andrea Venter by Gerhard Jansen van Vuuren, who then went on the run from South Africa to Brazil.
Tracking Thabo Bester
From the makers of Devilsdorp and the director of Convict Conman comes the true-crime documentary South Africa has been waiting for. Two episodes now streaming, and the remaining two episodes land on 22 March 2024 on Showmax.
The Illuminated
The Showmax Original docuseries The Illuminated explores different religious movements in South Africa. Stream now, with new episodes every Wednesday.
Koek S1
The crime comedy Koek, starring Cindy Swanepoel, now streaming on Showmax, with new episodes every Thursday.
Ekhaya Backpackers S1
Stream the Showmax Original comedy series Ekhaya Backpackers, with new episodes every Thursday.
Cheta M
Cheta M explores the love story between Adanna and Nnanna, young lovers who battle the spiritual and political forces in their way. Stream now, with new episodes Wednesday to Friday.
Youngins S1
Stream Tshedza Pictures’s first teen drama, Showmax Original Youngins, with three new episodes every week.
Sadau Sisters S1
Rahma, Zainab, Aisha, and Fatima Sadau pull back the curtain on their family, fame, and lifestyle. Stream now on Showmax.
Tracking Thabo Bester: coming soon to Showmax
Red Ink: how did Bonko become The Butcher?
More Mzansi gold
Lorcia Cooper Kumalo from Red Ink on her intentions when choosing roles
SAFTA winner Lorcia Cooper Kumalo talks about her role as Detective Morapedi in Red Ink and her intentions when choosing roles.
Red Ink Season 1 episode 8 recap: Till we meet again
In the finale of Red Ink, Lucy learns the shocking news about Napoleon, evoking complex emotions. All the episodes are now streaming.
The Mommy Club S2 episode 6 recap: How to keep hustling
In episode 6 of The Mommy Club, Nozipho and Nunurai discuss business, while Hermajesty treats her daughter to a car shopping spree. New episodes every Monday on Showmax.
Former SAPS profiler on the murder that “stands out the most”
Former SAPS head profiler Dr Gérard Labuschagne discusses the true-crime documentary Original Sin: My Son The Killer, noting it as the most troubling case in his career.