Afrikaans
Die Byl S1-5
Byl and his elite unit are reeling from the Adriaan Klopper nightmare. They’re traumatized, have no offices, and Byl’s about to lose his job…
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Minke Marais puts on her blazer to play Shani in Reënboogrant
Minke Marais talks about her role as Shani in Reënboogrant, inspired by Louise van Niekerk’s bestselling 90s novels. Catch new episodes every Wednesday on Showmax.
South African
Reënboogrant S1
Follow the Brink siblings as they navigate teenage drama, family conflicts, love, aspirations and fierce rivalries in this wholesome Afrikaans telenovela.
Made in South AfricaDesiré Gardner on updating Reënboogrant for a new generation
The Showmax Original telenovela Reënboogrand lands on Wednesday, 15 January 2025, inspired by Louise van Niekerk’s Afrikaans YA novels.
South African
Magda Louw
This tongue-in-cheek, lump-in-the-throat mockumentary looks at life’s unavoidable tragedies. Time doesn’t stand still, ageing is a given, and everything is temporary. Follow Magda as she gives us a look into a middle-aged woman’s life.
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Huisgenoot Ware Lewensdramas: Vlees en Bloed S2
A gripping new true-crime series that focusses on the most shocking cases of familicide in South Africa.
Outopsie S1-3
Senior forensic pathologist Dr Hestelle van Staden reveals what really happens behind closed doors in captivating cases where forensic pathology played a central role.
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Zarelda de Bruin on her breakout debut role in Spooksoeker
The 17-year-old Zarelda de Bruin plays Melissa in the Showmax Original Spooksoeker, now available to stream. Catch new episodes every Thursday.
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Vergeet Van My (2023)
A musical documentary following a group of renegades living their dream in a colourful world of touring musicians. A Silwerskermfees 2024 documentary.
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Maak Stil Die Geblaf
A group of farm children discover dog training and set out to compete in the local dog-jumping competition. A Silwerskermfees 2024 documentary.
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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.
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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.
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Huisgenoot Ware Lewensdramas S1-10
Revisit some of the biggest stories in South Africa, as seen through the eyes of the veteran journalists of Huisgenoot.
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Ira Blanckenberg on finding Spooksoeker’s teen stars
Ira Blanckenberg talks about finding Spooksoeker’s teen stars and playing a ghost in the series, now streaming on Showmax.
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Spooksoeker S1
When he is suddenly thrust into the supernatural realm, a teenage boy must quickly learn how to banish ghosts and save his town, friends, and family.
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Rising star Joshwin Dyson is hunting for ghosts in Spooksoeker
Rising star Joshwin Dyson talks about starring in his first Showmax Original series, Spooksoeker, coming to Showmax on 5 December 2024.
South African
South African sitcom showdown: Hotel vs Taktiek
The Afrikaans sitcoms Hotel and Taktiek, both in the style of The Office, have gained growing popularity among local audiences. But which one should you watch first?
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Taktiek S1
Staff at a security company in the safest town in the country has their relaxed way of operating turned upside down when their boss is arrested, and his daughter takes over the business.
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Die Tollie & Manila Show is now streaming on Showmax
Die Tollie & Manila Show, featuring drag superstars Tollie Parton and Manila von Teez, is now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Monday.
South African
Die Tollie & Manila Show S1
South African celebs join drag queens Tollie Parton and Manila von Teez for a bold and unfiltered conversation. New episodes land on Mondays.
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Straat S1
Whistleblower Robert Muller hides out in a cul-de-sac after dangerous businessmen and CEOs hire a hitman to take him out before he can testify against them.
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Cintaine Schutte on Wyfie and how unexpected love can be
Award-winning actress Cintaine Schutte talks about her role as Maggie in the hit university telenovela Wyfie. Catch new episodes of S2 every Tuesday on Showmax.
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