Showmax kids
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The best kids’ movies to stream right now
Showmax has everything you need for the best family movie night, with blockbuster hits for kids of all ages – and adults who are kids at heart.
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10 book-to-screen adaptations for kids
These series and movies for kids of all ages bring imagination to life as characters step off the page and onto the screen in Wonka, Tabby McTat, His Dark Materials and more.
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10 Julia Donaldson stories made real
One of the best-loved children’s authors, Julia Donaldson’s stories are even more magical on the screen.
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The best kids’ shows and movies to stream during school holidays
Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to this December holiday, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.
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Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
Po is chosen to become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace in the fourth instalment. He must train a new Dragon Warrior while a wicked sorceress plans to re-summon master villains.
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Jack Black on Po’s wisdom in Kung Fu Panda 4
Po has a new mission that takes him into the big city. Jack Black, Viola Davis and the Kung Fu Panda 4 team tell us what’s in store.
![Tabby McTat on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F11%2FTabby_McTat_2024-798x449.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
SA animation directors celebrate an Emmy for Tabby McTat
Now streaming on Showmax, Tabby McTat won the Kids: Animation International Emmy, directed by Cape Town directors Jac Hamman and Sarah Scrimgeour.
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Meet the colourful crew of Headspace
Meet the colourful characters behind the action-packed animation feature film Headspace, the most watched local film at SA cinemas last year.
Editor's pick for younger kids
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Tabby McTat (2023)
A delightful animated movie about friendship and loyalty. Tabby McTat and his busker friend Fred charm crowds with their harmonious duets until an unexpected separation tears them apart.
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Knuckles S1
From the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, follow Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery. Knuckles agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
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Tad, the Lost Explorer and the Emerald Tablet (2022)
An adventure-filled animation. After Tad accidentally unleashes a curse that endangers his friends, he sets out to reverse it.
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PAW Patrol Mighty Pups Special (2018)
When a mysterious meteor crash lands in Adventure Bay, the PAW Patrol pups gain special powers. These really come in handy as they have to race against time to rescue Ryder and save the day.
Editor's pick for older kids
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The Garfield Movie (2024)
Garfield is about to have a wild outdoor adventure! An unexpected reunion with his long-lost father forces Garfield and Odie into a high-stakes heist.
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IF (2024)
A young girl who goes through a difficult experience begins to see everyone’s imaginary friends who have been left behind as their real-life friends have grown up.
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Wonka (2023)
A young chocolatier, Willy Wonka, armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams, manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.
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Headspace (2023)
An alien invasion animation like no other, as miniature aliens want to take over the world!
Stream Twende, a Showmax Original
Jay Jay: a Showmax Original animation
The best movies on Showmax
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The best kids’ movies to stream right now
Showmax has everything you need for the best family movie night, with blockbuster hits for kids of all ages – and adults who are kids at heart.
![Wonka is on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F12%2FWonka_2024-798x449.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
10 book-to-screen adaptations for kids
These series and movies for kids of all ages bring imagination to life as characters step off the page and onto the screen in Wonka, Tabby McTat, His Dark Materials and more.
![Tabby McTat on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F11%2FTabby_McTat-798x449.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
10 Julia Donaldson stories made real
One of the best-loved children’s authors, Julia Donaldson’s stories are even more magical on the screen.
![Kung Fu Panda 4 on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F11%2FKung-Fu-Panda-4-2024-798x449.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
The best kids’ shows and movies to stream during school holidays
Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to this December holiday, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.
![Kung Fu Panda 4 on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F11%2FKung_Fu_Panda_4-798x449.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
Po is chosen to become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace in the fourth instalment. He must train a new Dragon Warrior while a wicked sorceress plans to re-summon master villains.
![Kung Fu Panda 4 on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F11%2FKung_Fu_Panda_4_2024-798x449.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Jack Black on Po’s wisdom in Kung Fu Panda 4
Po has a new mission that takes him into the big city. Jack Black, Viola Davis and the Kung Fu Panda 4 team tell us what’s in store.
![Tabby McTat on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F11%2FTabby_McTat_2024-798x449.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
SA animation directors celebrate an Emmy for Tabby McTat
Now streaming on Showmax, Tabby McTat won the Kids: Animation International Emmy, directed by Cape Town directors Jac Hamman and Sarah Scrimgeour.
![Headspace on Showmax](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.stories.shwmx.co%2Fmedia%2F2024%2F10%2FHeadspace_Poster_Large-798x449.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Meet the colourful crew of Headspace
Meet the colourful characters behind the action-packed animation feature film Headspace, the most watched local film at SA cinemas last year.