
1 August 2018
New series on Showmax KE in August
From the latest season of Vikings to British miniseries Dark Angel, about one of England’s first serial killers, and the final episodes of Younger, Season 5, there are so many new series to add to your watchlist in August. Check out the full list below.
HBO’s Succession | Exclusive to Showmax
Logan Roy has built a powerful company and must choose which of his children will take it over. But not everyone is happy with his plans… Due on Monday, 6 August
Younger S5, episodes 5 to 12 | First on Showmax
Now that Charles knows Liza’s secret, what does the future hold for them, and for Empirical? Find out in the remaining episodes of the brand-new season. Episodes 5 to 8 landed on 1 August, with the remaining episodes arriving on Wednesday, 29 August. Watch now »
Alone Together | First on Showmax
LA is a tough town, but two friends have each others’ backs in this new comedy drama about reaching for your dreams while being a perfect 6. Watch now »
Reverie | First on Showmax
Dreams and reality mix in Reverie, a new virtual reality game. But when its players get stuck there, one woman is their only hope. Due Monday, 13 August
Vikings, S5
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dy3R_oMn0-E&feature=youtu.be
The Vikings saga moves from Ragnar to his sons, who are slowly conquering the known world. Meanwhile, Floki is on a quest to find Asgard, home of the gods. Watch now »
Dark Angel
Mary Ann Cotton would do anything to escape her life in a small mining town, even murder. Experience the dark tale of one of England’s most notorious serial killers… Watch now »
Kevin (Probably) Saves the World
Kevin is a total loser and hits rock bottom when he moves in with his sister. Then he learns he’s supposed to save the world in this hilarious new sitcom. Watch now »
Blood & Oil, S1
It’s all or nothing for a young couple who move to become rich on oil. But they face a ruthless oil tycoon set on taking everything they have… Due Monday, 20 August.
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