Editor's choice for documentaries
The best documentaries about our online lives
These thought-provoking HBO documentaries examine the ways we interact on the internet, and how it has infiltrated our daily lives.
HBO and HBO Max shows and documentaries to stream
Showmax is the home of the best HBO and HBO Max content in Africa – from The White Lotus to Barry, Game of Thrones and Peacemaker.
The best international documentaries on Showmax right now
Be informed and entertained by our pick of the top documentaries streaming right now – from Steve McQueen’s Uprising to HBO’s Allen v Farrow.
Eye-opening homegrown documentaries to stream
These unmissable South African shows and movies deliver surprising insights on the country we’re living in today.
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Love sport documentaries? Check these out.
Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story (2023)
Siya Kolisi led the Springboks to victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. This is the story of his journey to fame and glory.
South African
Rassie (2022)
Rassie: The Official Film offers insight into Erasmus’ family background, life and career and features interviews with the likes of Springbok captain, Siya Kolisi.
Two Sides
This compelling SuperSport documentary gives an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the British & Irish Lions rugby tour to South Africa.
Becoming the GOAT: The Tom Brady Story (2022)
Tom Brady is arguably the greatest quarterback of all time – this is his journey to playing at the top of his field, streaming on Showmax Pro.
The Alpinist (2020)
Follow maverick Marc-André Leclerc, who makes some of the boldest solo ascents in history as he climbs alone.
Back on the Record with Bob Costas
Stream legendary broadcaster Bob Costas’ talk show, presenting in-depth interviews with the biggest names in sports and entertainment.
The Day Sports Stood Still
Director Antoine Fuqua chronicles the abrupt COVID-related sports stoppage, athletes’ prominent role in the cultural reckoning on racial injustices that escalated during the pandemic, and the return to competition.
Brad Binder Reflections 2.0
Brad Binder reflects on his Rookie of the Year performance from the uncertainty of the pandemic to making history with his maiden win in the premier class.
Light entertainment to binge-watch
The Bachelorette S19
The 2022 edition of the fan-favourite reality dating show sees not one but two gorgeous women looking for love.
The Good Fight S1-6
All episodes of this cult legal drama are now ready to binge, with the law firm facing tough new challenges.
The English
An aristocratic Englishwoman and a Pawnee ex-cavalry scout come together in 1890 mid-America to cross a violent landscape.
Mnakwethu S1-3
Hosted by Musa Mseleku, Mnakwethu is an emotional reality show that sees married men introducing polygamy, and potential new wives, to their existing spouses.
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Pastor Wants A Wife S1-2
Pastor Wants A Wife follows South African pastors as they balance their family lives and their roles at church with finding love.
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Abandoned S1-2
Actress and host Phumeza Mdabe attempts to reunite people with their long-lost or unknown parents in Abandoned, now streaming on Showmax.
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Downtime With Somizi
Somizi sits with Mzansi celebrities and tackles topics the audiences have always wanted to know more about.
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Bump S1-2
This Australian drama focuses on an ambitious teenage girl, a surprise baby and the complications that ensue for two families.
The Stella Murders: The case of two dead teens laid bare
The Elon Musk Show: The life and career of the billionaire
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The Real Housewives of Durban Season 3: Has Jojo had enough of the drama?
In episode 8 of The Real Housewives of Durban S3, Jojo walks away from her cast mates during a heated argument with Annie.
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Adulting episode 1 recap: Meet amaGents
It’s all about four bros, a Brabus, money, hunnies, and partying till your pants fall off as we launch into sexy new Showmax series Adulting.
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Gallery: The launch of Showmax Original Adulting
Billed as the “bromance of the decade”, Adulting is now streaming on Showmax, with new episodes every Monday.
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“A bromance like you’ve never seen before”: Adulting is now streaming on Showmax
The 18SN drama follows four friends who met in varsity, each on a very different journey. Watch Adulting only on Showmax.
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