Best movies on Showmax
Not sure what to watch? We’ve picked some of our favourites to get you started. From trending films to highly rated hits, cult classics and easy-watching crowdpleasers, this is our pick of the best movies to stream right now. Not seeing anything you like? Browse the full catalogue of movies.
Silent Night (2023)
Joel Kinnaman drives this powerful action movie. A grieving father enacts his long-awaited revenge against a ruthless gang on Christmas Eve
BlackBerry (2023)
This enthralling drama is the cautionary tale of the world’s first smartphone’s meteoric rise and catastrophic demise.
Migration (2023)
A fun, exciting animation from the creators of Minions, Sing, and Despicable Me. Take flight into the thrill of the unknown with a family of ducks on a once-in-a-lifetime vacation.
Anyone But You (2023)
Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell star in this steamy romcom. After a great first date, Bea and Ben’s attraction turns cold, until they’re reunited at a destination wedding.
The Beekeeper (2024)
A former operative of a powerful and clandestine organisation known as Beekeepers is on a brutal campaign for vengeance.
Mean Girls (2024)
A new student is a hit with an A-list girl clique called the Plastics. However, everything changes when she falls for the wrong guy.
Blue Beetle (2023)
An alien scarab chooses Jaime Reyes to be its symbiotic host, bestowing him with a suit of armour, making him the superhero the Blue Beetle.
Greatest Days (2023)
Five best friends have the night of their lives. Decades later, they reunite for one more epic show by their beloved boy band.
Champions (2023)
In this charming underdog tale, a former minor league basketball coach is ordered to train a team of players with learning disabilities.
The Old Way (2023)
An old retired gunslinger’s past catches up with him when the son of a man he murdered years ago returns to take revenge.
Polite Society (2023)
Martial artist-in-training Ria sets out to save her older sister from her impending marriage by pulling off an ambitious wedding heist.
Expend4bles (2023)
In the fourth instalment of the action-packed franchise, Stallone and Statham return with new recruits to face off against an arms dealer.
Past Lives (2023)
This heartrending romantic drama gives two lost lovers another chance. After 20 years apart, childhood sweethearts Nora and Hae Sung reunite for one fateful week in New York City.
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (2023)
Harold Fry sets off on a long journey on foot to visit an old, dying friend while leaving his wife and life behind.
Mr Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie (2023)
In this enjoyable movie sequel to the beloved show, Monk steps out of retirement as his stepdaughter’s wedding takes a tragic turn.
Fast Charlie (2023)
Charlie is a fixer with a problem: the thug he whacked is missing his head, and Charlie will only be paid if the body can be identified.
Inside (2023)
When his heist goes wrong, an art thief gets trapped in a penthouse, and he must use all his cunning and ingenuity to survive.
Barbie (2023)
An all-star rendition of Mattel’s Barbie doll. Barbie and Ken embark on an epic adventure into the human world and discover shocking truths.
Retribution (2023)
In this action thriller, a bank executive receives a bomb threat while driving his children to school – his car will explode if they exit.
Assassin (2023)
South African star Nomzamo Mbatha stars alongside Bruce Willis in this sci-fi action thriller about a widow on a mission for vengeance.
More Mzansi gold
Empini Season 1 Episodes 19-20 recap: Shocking revelations and hidden agendas
In episodes 19-20 of Empini, Ndoni finally confides in her mother and the future of MPS’s leadership is in question as Khaya’s will is read. New episodes every Thursday on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Beaulah: Queens van die Kaap Season 1 Episode 2 recap: Putting on a show
Ina and Madison go skating, the queens discuss how they came out as drag artists, and Manila puts on an epic show in Beaulah: Queens van die Kaap Season 1, episode 2.
Made in South Africa
Born into Fame S1: Shamiso confronts sincerity doubts and sets boundaries
In episode 6 of Born Into Fame S1, Shamiso confronts sincerity and sets her boundaries with Robbie. New episodes every Wednesday on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Must-watch trailer: Showmax reality series Die Ondernemers
See the trailer for Die Ondernemers, a Showmax reality series featuring three South African undertakers, premiering 5 August 2024.
Made in South Africa