Best Showmax series to binge-watch

Looking for the best Showmax series to binge-watch? We've done the hard work for you by finding the most popular, most addictive series available from the very beginning. These are the long-running series to add to your watchlist when you're looking for something comforting to keep you company for hours and hours and hours. And when you're done, start right back at the beginning again.

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Life with Felix S1

Outspoken radio host and comedian Felix Hlophe takes viewers behind the scenes as he balances the demands of his career with his personal life.

Made in South Africa

IT: Welcome to Derry

Set in the 1960s in the town of Derry, this horror series explores its strange happenings, disappearances, and the origins of Pennywise the Clown.

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MobLand S1

Tom Hardy and Pierce Brosnan propel this gripping, gritty crime drama series that follows two powerful families engaged in an intense power struggle.

Landman S1

Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone) creates this enthralling Billy Bob Thornton lead drama set in the heart of Texas. Roughnecks and billionaires collide as everyone tries to get rich quick in the oil industry.

Thabo Bopape as Mambo Mugodo, Makoma Mohale as Queen Modjadji, and Masutang Rasekele as Dzungundini

Queen Modjadji S1

Queen Modjadji tells the story of a matriarchal dynasty with the ability to summon the rain. Binge every episode on Showmax.

Made in South Africa

Love Island UK S12

Gorgeous singles live in a luxury villa - with the added possibility of meeting their soul mate - in this fun and flirty reality series.

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Matlock S1

Retired 70-year-old Madeline Matlock rejoins the work force at a prestigious law firm, where she uses her wily tactics to win cases and expose wrongdoing in this hit reboot.

Nelly and Ashanti: We Belong Together S1 on Showmax

Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together S1

Follow the electrifying journey of Nelly and Ashanti as the beloved couple reignite their love while navigating the ups and downs of being newlyweds and parents.

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The Real Housewives if Atlanta S16 on Showmax

The Real Housewives of Atlanta S16

These sassy women of Atlanta's entrepreneurial spirits are in full bloom as they juggle their personal and professional lives, along with their busy social calendars.

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Love Island USA S6-7

The American version of the hit show moves the action to Las Vegas, but the premise remains: the most beloved couple will sashay away with $100 000.

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Everyone Else Burns S2

This hilarious comedy series, which has drama and heart, follows a family devoted to a religious cult as they navigate modern-day life and prepare for the world's end.

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The Real Housewives of Orange County S19 on Showmax

The Real Housewives of Orange County S18-19

In The Real Housewives OG series, we follow the lives of some of the wealthiest women and their families who live in Orange County, California.

Duster S1

Working on taking down a crime syndicate, the first Black female FBI agent recruits a gutsy getaway driver in this gritty series set in 1972.

Married At First Sight Mzansi S2

Eight strangers, one goal - to meet their perfect match for the very first time at the end of the wedding aisle.

Made in South Africa

Mary & George S1

Mary Villiers moulds her beautiful son, George, to seduce King James I, intending to gain riches and influence through outrageous schemes.

Obstruction S1

A fiery netball superstar dreams of being noticed by the Gauteng provincial coach and playing for the national team... until her mom uproots her to a new school.

Made in South Africa

Laugh Africa Comedy Club

A high-energy celebration of stand-up, spotlighting the continent's finest comedic talent and international guests, straight from the iconic Laugh Africa Comedy Festival.

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Een Keer Om Die Son S1

Over the course of a year, the Van Wyks mourn the loss of a loved one and struggle with divorce, illness, forgiveness, high school and secrets as they heal and find each other again.

Made in South Africa

The Valley S2

Their lives might have slowed down, but the drama hasn't. Vanderpump Rules's former West Hollywood partygoers embrace the next chapter of their lives in the Valley.

Mr Throwback S1

In this hilarious basketball comedy, a down-on-his-luck memorabilia dealer looks for redemption by reuniting with his sixth-grade teammate, NBA legend Steph Curry.

The best movies to stream

Novocaine: the US box office hit shot in Cape Town

Nathan Caine stars in the US box office hit Novocaine, shot in SA and premiering this Sunday at 8PM on M-Net and on Showmax from 1 December.

IT: Welcome to Derry

Set in the 1960s in the town of Derry, this horror series explores its strange happenings, disappearances, and the origins of Pennywise the Clown.

First

The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim on Showmax

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Get drawn into comedy, drama and fantasy where, if you can imagine it, you can bring it to life – from The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim anime, to The Wild Robot.

Creating The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

Anime director Kenji Kamiyama and Oscar-winning screenwriter-producer Philippa Boyens chat about how the LOTR trilogy team reunited to turn back the clock in Middle-earth.

Inside spy movie Black Bag

Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett, director Steven Soderbergh and writer David Koepp give us a top-secret peek inside their new spy movie Black Bag.

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

Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to during school holidays in October 2025, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.

Horror countdown: 31 days of Halloween

Get ready for Showmax's epic countdown to Halloween this October. From supernatural thrills to chilling horrors, there's something for everyone.Stream now on Showmax.

Just believe: 10 faith-based movies to stream

Need some inspiration? Stream these moving, heartfelt films about healing, love and faith on Showmax.

Reality series you'll love

Bill Maher: Is Anyone Else Seeing This? is on Showmax

Bill Maher: Is Anyone Else Seeing This? (2025)

Comedian Bill Maher offers his scathing commentary on conservative and liberal politics, trends in modern parenting, sex and dating.

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Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night Of Your Life on Showmax

Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night Of Your Life (2025)

Charm and wit take centre stage as Emmy winner Brett Goldstein (Ted Lasso) ditches his Roy Kent edge to deliver hilarious insights.

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Novocaine (2025)

A banker with a genetic disorder that prevents him from feeling pain goes on a one-man rescue mission after the girl he likes is kidnapped.

The Chair Company S1

After a humiliating incident at work, Ron stumbles onto a hidden conspiracy: beneath everyday life lies a secret world only he can see.

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Life with Felix S1

Outspoken radio host and comedian Felix Hlophe takes viewers behind the scenes as he balances the demands of his career with his personal life.

Made in South Africa

iThonga S1

Follow the journey of twin brothers whose bond is shattered when one is murdered, leaving the other to inherit a world of corruption and violence.

Made in South Africa

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip - Africa

Get ready for a world-first experience with an all-African cast! Meet the fiery ladies from Nairobi, Lagos, and Abuja. New episodes land on Fridays.

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Blessing Lung'aho opens up about fame, misogyny and his transformation in Adam to Eve

Blessing Lungaho opens up about fame, misogyny, and transforming for Showmax’s gender-swap dramedy Adam to Eve, where he plays three bold roles.

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Showmax Originals you'll love

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip - Africa

Get ready for a world-first experience with an all-African cast! Meet the fiery ladies from Nairobi, Lagos, and Abuja. New episodes land on Fridays.

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Blessing Lung'aho opens up about fame, misogyny and his transformation in Adam to Eve

Blessing Lungaho opens up about fame, misogyny, and transforming for Showmax’s gender-swap dramedy Adam to Eve, where he plays three bold roles.

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Tlali returns: Outlaws’ most loved and hated villain is back

Breakout star Keketso Mpitso talks about his villain role as Tlali in Outlaws Season 2, now streaming on Showmax. New episodes land every Monday.

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Image of Dr C on the set of Showmax reality show, Real Housewives of Nairobi

Dr. Catherine speaks on flying the Kenyan flag and reuniting with Zena on The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip - Africa

Dr C opens up about representing Kenya in RHUGT–Africa, reuniting with Zena in Brazil, healing through therapy, and revealing a fun new side.

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