5 homegrown shows for South African kids

Smurfs (2025)

When Papa Smurf is abducted by the evil wizard siblings, Smurfette and the other Smurfs travel to the real world to rescue him.

How to Train Your Dragon: Bringing Hiccup and Astrid to life

Mason Thames and Nico Parker talk about playing the leads in the 2025 live-action adaptation of the fantasy classic How To Train Your Dragon.

How To Train Your Dragon (2025)

In this live-action adaptation, Hiccup's friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future for dragons and Vikings.

Dear Santa (2024)

When a boy mistakenly writes to Satan instead of Santa Claus, he summons the devil (Jack Black), who offers him three wishes for his soul.

The King of Kings (2025)

A devoted father vividly recalls Jesus' life through storytelling while guiding his son on a transformative journey.

The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland (2024)

A starry holiday animation with an Alice in Wonderland twist. St Nick goes to Wonderland to save Christmas after the Queen of Hearts outlaws it.

Piece By Piece (2024)

Grammy-winning artist Pharrell Williams's life gets a bold LEGO twist. It is a vibrant mix of music, a celebration of creativity, and storytelling that will captivate you.

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

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