What to watch on Showmax in September 2025

This September, Showmax drops a stellar new lineup. From the final season of Youngins to buzzworthy film Khaki Fever plus global smash hits Landman, Conclave and The Brutalist.

Tracking Thabo Bester

A documentary about the convicted murderer and rapist who did not die in Cell 35 but was instead seen shopping in Sandton City. Two episodes 15 March, final episodes 22 March on Showmax.

Tshepo Miya talks about being on Married at First Sight

Tshepo opens up about his journey on Married at First Sight, Palesa and more. Catch new episodes every Sunday on Mzansi Magic and Showmax.

Vaal Riviera S1

Follow four prominent families in the Vaal Triangle as they showcase their wealth, confront personal challenges, and host extravagant parties.

Charl on the Vaal Riviera, joining a reality show, motorsports and more

Afrikaans reality show Vaal Riviera lands on Showmax Friday, 22 August as it premieres at the Silwerskerm Festival. New episodes land Tuesdays.

10 game-changing shows to celebrate Showmax turning 10

Stream these original titles to celebrate Showmax turning 10. A decade later, streaming service has since expanded to 44 African countries.

Kokkedoor Vuur en Vlam S2

Twenty cooks add a new dimension to our country's national pastime. Braai enthusiasts and chefs add sparks with modern techniques.

The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival S2

Stream 13 of the best stand-up comedians in South Africa in their sets at the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival.

Makoto on what really went down in her Married at First Sight journey

Makoto opens up about being on Married at First Sight, her co-stars, and newlywed life. Catch it on Mzansi Magic and Showmax every Sunday.

Palesa Mphaki on being Married at First Sight, her husband and more

Palesa shares her thoughts on Married at First Sight South Africa S2, now on Mzansi Magic and Showmax every Sunday.

Bev Steyn on Untied, Joku and more

Beverly Steyn on sharing her story in Untied, opening up about vulnerability, her bond with Nonku Williams, and more.

Laugh Africa's Nonto R: Funny bones and blind date skits

See South African comedian Nonto R's hilarious stand-up set in Season 2 of the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival on Showmax.

Sibongile & The Dlaminis S1-2

Witness how one young woman's journey of love and survival alters her destiny and the lives of those around her in this fan-favourite drama series.

Eye-opening homegrown documentaries to stream

These unmissable South African shows and movies deliver surprising insights on the country we're living in today.

20+ addictive South African reality shows to stream

Stream Vaal Riviera, The Real Housewives of Durban, The Mommy Club, and more of South Africa's best reality shows on Showmax.

Celebrate Vinette Ebrahim in 10 roles on Showmax

This Women’s Month, the 2025 Silwerskerm Festival is honouring Vinette Ebrahim with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and we’ve picked just 10 roles that highlight her talent and charisma.

Pearl spills the tea on casting Youngins as S3 trailer drops

Watch the trailer for the third season of Youngins, landing on Showmax from 19 September 2025, and find out how actress Keneilwe Matidze selected the incredible young cast.

Must-watch trailer: R-rated South African comedy Khaki Fever

After heading to the kykNET Silwerskerm Festival on 22 August 2025, the R-rated comedy Khaki Fever comes charging onto Showmax on 5 September 2025.

Queen Modjadji S1

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

Jojo dishes on her Real Housewives of Durban journey

Now that Season 5 of The Real Housewives of Durban has come to an end, Jojo opens up about her relationship with Nonku, and which cosmetic procedure is most like RHOD.

Must-watch trailer: upcoming Showmax reality show Vaal Riviera

Watch the explosive trailer for Vaal Riviera, a reality series following four families from the Vaal Triangle. Premiering 22 August on Showmax.

Christopher Reeve documentary on Showmax get four Emmy nods

South African producer Robert Ford discusses his Emmy-nominated documentary, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, which premieres on Showmax on Friday, 25 July 2025.

Shaka iLembe's Dawn Thandeka King on Untied

Dawn Thandeka King opens up about her spiritual journey, motherhood and marriage in Untied, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Tuesday.

Director Jasyn Howes on true-crime documentary The ABC Killer

The director of Showmax Original doccie The ABC Killer, Jasyn Howes, talks about the twisty three-part series about serial killer Moses Sithole. Stream it now on Showmax.