
27 February 2024
Have an idea for a Showmax Original?
At Showmax, we’re dedicated to nurturing great African talent, but it’s tough for us to consider every idea that’s submitted.
As a rule, we don’t accept unsolicited submissions. But if you still want to share your idea with us, please remember that we receive many proposals for programming, and some of them may be similar to or even identical to the idea you have. Your idea may also be similar to proposals that Showmax itself is already developing, or has previously developed and/or produced.
Any ideas we receive are reviewed by our commissioning teams.
If you’re still really keen to tell us your idea, submit your idea via the official Showmax submissions portal.
Original African stories by local talent

The ABC Killer
The ABC Killer is a twisty true-crime documentary series about serial killer Moses Sithole. Stream from 22 July on Showmax.

What if we believed the best can come from here?
Let’s rewrite the rules of what it means to be local.

Untied S1
Untied explores the deeply personal and often complex experience of divorce, told through the voices of women who have lived it. Stream now, with new episodes every Tuesday.

Reckless S1
Reckless follows a pair of young brothers who find themselves at a crossroads when a tragic accident changes their lives forever. Stream now, with new episodes every Monday and Tuesday.

The Mommy Club NBO
The Mommy Club NBO is the fifth instalment of the record-breaking Mommy Club franchise. Stream now, with new episodes every Friday.

Empini S1-2
Empini is a high-stakes, action-packed drama set in the ruthless, corrupt world of private security. Season 2 is now streaming, with new episodes every Tuesday.

Youngins S1-2
Stream Tshedza Pictures’s first teen drama, Showmax Original Youngins. S1 and S2 are ready to binge.

The Real Housewives of Durban Seasons 1-5
Our eThekwini queens are back with a brand-new season. Stream Season 1-5 now, with part one of the reunion now streaming and part 2 landing on 11 July 2025.
SA celebs open up about divorce on Untied
The action heats up on Empini
More Mzansi gold

The Real Housewives of Durban on the most shocking reunion moment
Three cast members give as a teaser of what to expect in the explosive second part of The Real Housewives of Durban Season 5 reunion.

Sonia Booth on her public divorce in eye-opening talk show Untied
Sonia Booth opens up about divorce and her journey towards healing on Untied, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Tuesday.

Code 13 S1
In the gritty heart of Johannesburg, a hard-edged police unit scrambles to recapture classified escaped prisoners before anyone finds out.

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.