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The best of South Africa in March 2024: 9 must-see Showmax Originals
Showmax’s local lineup is stronger than ever, with hits like Tracking Thabo Bester, Catch Me A Killer, Red Ink, Youngins, and more.
Youngins Season 1 episodes 16-18: Betrayed
Lerato agrees to help expose Principal Mthembu but Khaya tips him off in episodes 16-18 of Showmax Original Youngins.
The Real Housewives of Durban S4: Mabusi returns for closure
In episode 6 of The Real Housewives of Durban, an old fave unearths old wounds and creates new scars. Will she receive a warm welcome?
Billions Season 7: Mike for President? 6 reasons to vote no
The threat of a Mike Prince Presidency turns enemies into allies in the final season of Billions. Binge every episode on Showmax.
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. Streaming from 22 March on Showmax.
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?
The best series to binge-watch
Survivor SA S6-9 and USA S44
It’s the ultimate binge: season after season of Survivor, both the US and SA versions. Go on – dive in!
Curb Your Enthusiasm S1-12
Larry David plays Larry David in every single episode of the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning comedy series.
Alert: Missing Persons Unit S1
After her son goes missing, Nikki Batista joins the Philadelphia Missing Persons Unit, helping find people’s loved ones.
The Rookie S1-5
The oldest rookie in the LAPD uses his life experience, determination and sense of humour to keep up with colleagues 20 years his junior.
Shows you'll only find on Showmax
Larry David on the final season of Curb Your Enthusiasm
Award-winning actor Larry David talks about his role in the iconic HBO comedy Curb Your Enthusiasm. The final season streams from 15 March on Showmax.
Quantum Leap S2
As lead physicist Ben Song takes an unauthorised leap into 1985, the Quantum Leap team have to figure out how to get him back.
Crash-land into the wide-eyed wonder of Resident Alien
Alan Tudyk leads this sci-fi comedy drama based on the Dark Horse comic book series. Now streaming on Showmax.
ZeroZeroZero S1
The drug underworld is a zero-sum game in this gritty crime drama exploring the inner workings of the global cocaine trade.
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The best of South Africa in March 2024: 9 must-see Showmax Originals
Showmax’s local lineup is stronger than ever, with hits like Tracking Thabo Bester, Catch Me A Killer, Red Ink, Youngins, and more.
Tracking Thabo Bester
A documentary about the convicted murderer and rapist who did not die in Cell 35 but was instead seen shopping in Sandton City. Two episodes 15 March, final episodes 22 March on Showmax.
Youngins Season 1 episodes 16-18: Betrayed
Lerato agrees to help expose Principal Mthembu but Khaya tips him off in episodes 16-18 of Showmax Original Youngins.
The Real Housewives of Durban S4: Mabusi returns for closure
In episode 6 of The Real Housewives of Durban, an old fave unearths old wounds and creates new scars. Will she receive a warm welcome?