Editor's choice for movies
Dev Patel on Monkey Man and 7 martial arts must-sees
Dev Patel reveals how he gave kung fu movies an Indian twist in revenge thriller Monkey Man. And we pick a fight with 7 epic martial arts shows.
The Exorcist star Ellen Burstyn on possession
The Exorcist: Believer, the chilling sequel to the 1973 film, starring Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn and Oscar nominee Leslie Odom Jr, is now streaming on Showmax.
8 movies to match your every mood
Whether you’re feeling anxious, joyful, or a bit lonely, there’s the perfect movie waiting for you on Showmax.
Horror countdown: 31 days of Halloween
Get ready for Showmax’s epic countdown to Halloween this October. From supernatural thrills to chilling horrors, there’s something for everyone. Stream now on Showmax.
The funniest comedies to stream
M’tase Khaya (2024)
A hot-shot prosecutor is on the verge of solving the biggest case of her career when she finds herself on the wrong side of the law.
Strays (2023)
In this hilarious canine comedy, an abandoned dog teams up with other stray dogs to exact revenge on the owner who abandoned him.
Asteroid City (2023)
A starry, quirky and striking sci-fi comedy by Wes Anderson. Junior Stargazers and their parents attend a space cadet convention, only to have their worldview disrupted forever.
Anyone But You (2023)
Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell star in this steamy romcom. After a great first date, Bea and Ben’s attraction turns cold, until they’re reunited at a destination wedding.
Mean Girls (2024)
A new student is a hit with an A-list girl clique called the Plastics. However, everything changes when she falls for the wrong guy.
Champions (2023)
In this charming underdog tale, a former minor league basketball coach is ordered to train a team of players with learning disabilities.
Polite Society (2023)
Martial artist-in-training Ria sets out to save her older sister from her impending marriage by pulling off an ambitious wedding heist.
Mr Bones 3: Son of Bones
Leon Schuster returns as the legendary Mr Bones for this third instalment. Bones and Mathambo fight a group of opportunistic westerners who want to drill for oil in Kuvukiland.
Looking for something a little more serious?
Golda (2023)
Helen Mirren drives this tense and absorbing biopic that focuses on the high-stakes decisions that Golda Meir, known as the ‘Iron Lady of Israel,’ faced during the Yom Kippur War.
The Holdovers (2023)
A cranky New England school instructor is forced to babysit a handful of students during Christmas in this award-winning quirky movie.
Bob Marley: One Love (2024)
A heartfelt and powerful film that follows the life of the late great reggae musician Bob Marley, from his struggles to his music and art.
The Passenger (2023)
Randy must find a way to survive when his co-worker snaps and goes on a violent killing spree in this thrilling drama.
Laroy (2023)
Ray learns his wife is having an affair and plans to kill himself. But his plans change when he’s mistaken for a low-rent hitman.
The Miracle Club (2023)
In 1967, a group of Irish Catholic women win tickets to visit the sacred French town of Lourdes in the hope of a miracle.
May December (2023)
An actress visits a female sex offender she’s about to play in a movie to study her and her family. Inspired by a true story.
Joika (2023)
An American ballet dancer who dreams of becoming a great ballerina is accepted into Moscow’s elite Bolshoi Ballet Academy.
Showmax Originals you will love
Hollywood stars rave about Cape Town ahead of The Fix premiere
Hollywood stars Grace van Dien and Daniel Sharman, who star in the Showmax Original film The Fix, rave about Cape Town ahead of the film’s premiere on Halloween.
Empini episodes 45-46: Thank you for your service, comrade
In episodes 45-46 of Empini, Ndoni numbs herself to the people around her following her outburst with Zenzele. Catch new episodes every Thursday on Showmax.
Law, Love and Betrayal episode 8: Personal reasons
In episode 8 of Law, Love and Betrayal, James suspects there’s more to Gatsha and Gugu’s professional relationship. Catch new episodes every Thursday on Showmax.
Die Tollie & Manila Show
A bold talk show where SA celebs join drag queens Tollie Parton and Manila von Teez for an evening of conversation and games… in drag. Landing 4 November.