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.

The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial (2023)

The late Oscar-winning director William Friedkin adapts Herman Wouk’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. A young lieutenant is accused of a mutiny against his captain

Your Lucky Day (2023)

The late Angus Cloud (Euphoria) drives this gritty, tension-filled heist thriller about a dispute over a winning lottery ticket.

Ramy Youssef: More Feelings

Ramy Youssef returns to the stage to offer his unique reflections on our divided world, the unexpected perils of charitable giving, and more.

The Last Rifleman (2023)

A WWII veteran escapes his nursing home in Northern Ireland to attend the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings in France.

One Life (2023)

A London broker helps save hundreds of predominantly Jewish children from the Nazis just before the start of WWII.

Dune: Part Two (2024)

The second instalment in an epic two-part adaptation of Frank Herbert’s acclaimed novel. Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a warpath of revenge.

Back to Black (2024)

Marisa Abela becomes the musical titan in this extraordinary story of Amy Winehouse’s early rise to fame and her tumultuous personal life.

The Color Purple (2023)

A woman faces hardships in her life, but finds extraordinary strength in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

A Quiet Place: Day One (2024)

A young woman named Sam finds herself trapped in New York City during an invasion by alien creatures with ultra-sensitive hearing.

Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024)

As always, Will Smith and Martin Lawrence find themselves in a precarious situation as they are framed and on the run in Bad Boys: Ride or Die.

IF (2024)

A young girl who goes through a difficult experience begins to see everyone’s imaginary friends who have been left behind as their real-life friends have grown up.

Die Skynwerper (2024)

After Nelis’s audition for the reality show The Spotlight fails, he starts suspecting the manipulative presenter. A Silwerskermfees 2024 short film.

Made in South Africa

Selah (2024)

A sleep-deprived mother struggling with a colicky baby finds herself unable to handle her new harsh reality. A Silwerskermfees 2024 short film.

Baas Se Honne (2024)

Gys’ whole life spins out of control when he is forced to put down his boss’ dog. A Silwerskermfees 2024 short film.

Marie se Laaste Dag (2024)

It is the first day of the new South Africa and also Marie’s last day. A Silwerskermfees 2024 short film.

Made in South Africa

Christmas Clothes (2024)

A teenage boy goes on a quest to retrieve his Christmas clothes after they were stolen on Christmas Eve. He learns to face his fears and unlock his full potential.

Original

Made in South Africa

The Killer (2024)

When a feared contract killer refuses to murder a young blind woman, she finds herself hunted by old colleagues and a determined detective.

Eileen (2023)

In this period thriller, a woman working at a prison has her dull life change when she befriends the new prison counsellor.

Civil War (2024)

Amid a civil war, a group of journalists try to reach DC before rebel factions get to the White House in this dystopian thriller.

Heist 88 (2023)

In this captivating heist thriller inspired by a daring true story, a criminal mastermind recruits a group of young bank employees to steal $80 million.

Made in South Africa

More Mzansi gold

Mpumi Mpama makes the role of Khaya Bhodoza his own in Empini

Mpumi Mpama talks about his role as the new Khaya Bhodoza in Empini S2, premiering on 4 March on Showmax.

Original

Made in South Africa

Tyla’s Showmax concert to reach millions more on DStv

Tyla’s sold-out concert, which streamed live on Showmax on 18 January, will be available on demand on Showmax from 30 January in celebration of Tyla’s birthday, and on DStv’s Mzansi Wethu from 1 February 2025.

Made in South Africa