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7 iconic Gen Z characters in series and movies on Showmax
Documentary series The Habits of Gen Z asks defining questions about South Africa’s youth. So we’ve turned to 7 series and movies to place Gen Z in a global context.
Laugh Africa Comedy Festival returns – bigger, bolder, funnier!
The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival returns in May 2025 with a stellar lineup including Felix Hlophe, Nina Hastie and more. The 13-part series will stream exclusively on Showmax.
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Mr Robot: “The defining show of the 2010s”
Oscar winner Rami Malek is just one of the reasons to watch all four seasons of Mr Robot, now streaming on Showmax.
Breekpunt’s Lorcia Cooper Kumalo on authenticity, acting and heels
SAFTA winner Lorcia Cooper Kumalo talks about portraying Rozlynne in the new Showmax Original drama, Breekpunt. Catch new episodes every Monday on Showmax.
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Original African stories by local talent
Empini S1-2
Empini is a high-stakes, action-packed drama set in the ruthless, corrupt world of private security. Season 2 is now streaming, with new episodes every Tuesday.
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Youngins S1-2
Stream Tshedza Pictures’s first teen drama, Showmax Original Youngins. S1 and S2 are ready to binge.
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Unfollowed S1-2
Unfollowed examines cancel culture in social media through real-life stories of South African celebs. Stream S1-2 now on Showmax.
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The Mommy Club S1-3
The Mommy Club sees glamorous Jozi momfluencers navigating the the cutthroat world of “it” moms. Stream S3 now, with new episodes every Saturday.
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Adulting S1-3
Four best friends go through the hoops of life, love and everything else. S3 is now streaming, with new episodes landing every Saturday.
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The Chocolate Empire S1
The Chocolate Empire follows JB Mauzo, who was recently released from prison, as he rebuilds his life. Stream from 20 March, with new episodes every Thursday.
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Breekpunt
Breekpunt is a tennis drama about a gutsy teenager fighting for the chance to compete in international tennis. Stream now, with new episodes on Mondays.
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Tiek Tok Boem!
Tiek Toek Boem! takes a deep dive into the world of Afrikaans TikTokers who are pushing the platform to new – and often disturbing – levels. Stream now on Showmax.
Made in South AfricaBreekpunt, now streaming
The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad, now streaming
The best series to binge-watch
Umkhokha: The Curse S1-2
The critically acclaimed series revolves around the ensuing fight to take over the leadership position of one of the biggest churches in KZN.
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The Habits of Gen Z
A captivating South African documentary series that follows the lives and challenges of being a Gen Z.
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Time Bomb: The Incredible Story of Phillip Ndou
This 6-part docuseries follows former world boxing champion Phillip Ndou on a journey to reunite with boxing superstar Floyd Mayweather in Michigan.
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The River S1-6
Fan-fave telenovela The River is full of twists and turns, and plenty of characters you love to hate, or love to root for – like Cobra. Stream the full boxset on Showmax.
Made in South AfricaInternational series you'll only find on Showmax
The Real Housewives of Potomac S8-9
The reality series follows several well-to-do women who live in a community of rolling hills and gated mansions in Potomac.
It’s Florida, Man S1
This outrageous HBO comedy is a love letter to the beaches, backwaters and people of a misunderstood yet magical American state.
Bookie S2
A veteran bookie struggles to survive the impending legalisation of sports gambling, increasingly unstable clients, family and co-workers.
The Bachelorette S21
A single bachelorette dates multiple men over several weeks, narrowing them down to hopefully find her one true love. On this journey, she gets to know the bachelors, meets their families and gets to know herself better.
More Mzansi gold
Umkhokha: The Curse S1-2
The critically acclaimed series revolves around the ensuing fight to take over the leadership position of one of the biggest churches in KZN.
Made in South AfricaThe Habits of Gen Z
A captivating South African documentary series that follows the lives and challenges of being a Gen Z.
Made in South AfricaTime Bomb: The Incredible Story of Phillip Ndou
This 6-part docuseries follows former world boxing champion Phillip Ndou on a journey to reunite with boxing superstar Floyd Mayweather in Michigan.
Made in South Africa
The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad S1
We follow the lives of five dynamic, wealthy women from Pretoria as they manage relationships, families, businesses, and busy social lives.
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