5 March 2018
Oscar winners and nominees to watch on Showmax
The 90th Academy Awards took place last night at the Dolby Theatre in LA, honouring the most critically acclaimed movies of the year. The Oscars marks the end of Hollywood’s awards season, which makes this the perfect time to update your movie bucket-list.
Revolting Rhymes, First on Showmax
2018 Oscar nominee: Animated Short Film
Straight from the pages of the legendary children’s author Roald Dahl, revisit classic fairy tales brought to life in this amazing, Oscar-nominated animation.
Selma
Guillermo Del Torro
The Shape of Water got the big prize for Best Picture in 2018, and director Guillermo del Toro also took home Best Director. He also directed Hellboy 2: The Golden Army, which is available right now on Showmax»
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Original African stories by local talent
Princess on a Hill
Princess on a Hill is a compelling drama series that explores themes of power, ambition, and the cost of success. Stream from 7 November 2024 on Showmax.
Made in Nigeria
Brasse Vannie Kaap
Brasse Vannie Kaap is a documentary about the iconic, game-changing 90s group who helped make hip hop South African. Stream now on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Soft Life
Soft Life follows Owami who enters into the secretive world of high-society companionship. Stream from 18 November 2024, with new episodes every Monday.
Made in South Africa
Style Magnate
Style Magnate is a Nigerian Showmax Original following 20 designers vying for a life-changing prize. Stream now, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in Nigeria
Subterranea
Subterranea follows eight participants of a psychological experiment, trapped in an underground bunker. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in Kenya
Nai-Rich
Nai-Rich follows five influential Kenyans, giving a glimpse into the glitz and glam of their daily lives in the entertainment industry. Stream now, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in Kenya
False Glory
Fake Glory is a three-part documentary series that delves into those moments when sporting figures did the unthinkable for personal gain.
Made in South Africa
Law, Love and Betrayal
Law, Love and Betrayal follows a tough township lawyer who forces her way into a slick, family-owned firm in Sandton. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in South AfricaSoft Life, coming to Showmax
Brasse Vannie Kaap, now streaming
More Mzansi gold
Law, Love and Betrayal episode 6: Against good morals
In episode 6 of Law, Love and Betrayal, complications arise at an industry event where Gatsha is supposed to be honoured. Catch new episodes every Thursday on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Empini episodes 41-42: Comrades don’t run against each other
In episodes 41-42 of Empini, Zenzele finds out the truth behind his assassination attempts, and things heat up between him and Ndoni. New episodes Thursdays on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Showmax is your ticket to 26 SAFTA-nominated shows
Showmax is setting the pace with the most SAFTA nominees this year of any streaming platform. All these are available to watch immediately.
Made in South Africa
Mampho Brescia on her “morally corrupt” character in Soft Life
Mampho Brescia dives deep into her role as Zam in Soft Life, the Showmax Original drama series set to premiere on 18 November 2024, with new episodes every week.
South African