Empini S1-2

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi as Ndoni

Ndoni Themba is a deeply troubled private security bodyguard in search of answers.

Ernest Ndlovu as Enoch Mbatha

Legendary actor Ernest Ndlovu plays Deputy President Enoch Mbatha in Empini, only on Showmax.

Mpumi Mpama as Khaya Bhodoza: S2

Mpumi Mpama takes on the role of Khaya Bhodoza in Season 2 of Empini, now streaming on Showmax

Owen Sejake as General: S1

General Moeti is a powerful political figure who wants to run for Deputy President in Season 1 of Empini.

Angela Sithole as Winnie

Winnie Bhodoza is the wife of Khaya Bhodoza and will do everything to ensure that the Bhodoza name remains clean in the public eye. 

Amahle Khumalo talks about her role as Nosipho in Empini S2

Amahle Khumalo opens up about her breakthrough role as Nosipho in the Showmax Original Empini. Catch all the episodes now on Showmax.

Sparky Xulu channels real emotion as Zenzele in Empini Season 2

Sparky Xulu talks about his role as Zenzele in the Showmax Original series Empini S2, a role he says is shaped by personal loss. Catch new episodes every Tuesday on Showmax. 

5 explosive moments from Empini Season 2 so far

Empini Season 2 hits hard with betrayals, secrets, and twists that keep viewers hooked. Stream it now on Showmax, with new episodes every Tuesday.

Mandisa Nduna on playing a VIP bodyguard on Showmax's Empini

Mandisa "Zulu Mecca" Nduna discusses her role as the formidable and sharp-witted VIP security guard Mbali in Empini Season 2, now streaming on Showmax.

From action to emotion: Nambitha Ben-Mazwi's Empini journey

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi talks about returning to her award-winning role as Ndoni in Empini S2, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Tuesday.

Empini S1-2

Meet Ndoni Themba, who makes it her life's mission to repay her father's betrayal by infiltrating the shady world of VIP security.

Ernest Ndlovu on Empini Season 2: The dark side of politics

Legendary actor Ernest Ndlovu talks about his role as Deputy President Enoch Mbatha in the new season of Showmax Original Empini. S2 lands on 4 March on Showmax.

Mpumi Mpama makes the role of Khaya Bhodoza his own in Empini

Mpumi Mpama talks about his role as the new Khaya Bhodoza in Empini S2, premiering on 4 March on Showmax.

Binge-watch The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, featuring Celeste Ntuli and more

Catch Celeste Ntuli alongside top-tier and rising comedians delivering standout performances in The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Season 2 on Showmax.

Chicago Fire S13

Scorching hot drama that follows a group of dedicated firefighters in Chicago. House MD's Jesse Spencer stars.

Landman S1

Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone) creates this enthralling Billy Bob Thornton lead drama set in the heart of Texas. Roughnecks and billionaires collide as everyone tries to get rich quick in the oil industry.

Giants S1

A compelling docuseries that takes you deep inside the lives of players from one of South Africa's most iconic football clubs, Orlando Pirates.

Uncover the soul of South African football with the boxset of Giants

You can now binge-watch all five episodes of Giants, which takes an unprecedented look behind the scenes of a legendary football club: Orlando Pirates

Chicago Med S6-10

Another compelling instalment of the pulse-pounding medical drama about the courageous team of doctors at a trauma centre in Chicago.

uThando Nes'thembu S1-8

Musa Mseleku and his wives give you carte blanche to come into their home in this dramatic, addictive reality show.

Love Island USA S6-7

The American version of the hit show moves the action to Las Vegas, but the premise remains: the most beloved couple will sashay away with $100 000.

Outlaws and Adulting score four global dubbing award nominations

M-Net Physical Productions in association with their partners at TransPerfect have scored four global dubbing award nominations for Showmax Originals Outlaws and Adulting.

Outlaws finale recap: Love turns to betrayal, and blood runs cold

In the explosive finale of Outlaws, Leruo and Moretlo get their weapons and ride off to save Sihle while Bandile reveals the truth to the family. All episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.

Outlaws' Keketso Mpitso on his breakthrough role as Tlali

Keketso Mpitso talks about his breakthrough role as Tlali in Outlaws. All episodes of Outlaws are now available to binge.

Outlaws Season 1 episodes 37-38 recap: "Nothing can come between us"

In episodes 37-38 of Outlaws, Leruo risks it all for Sihle while Dumisani and Kwanele scramble to find her before she ruins their lives. All the episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.

Outlaws Season 1 episodes 33-36: A wrenching choice between love and family

In the latest explosive episodes of Outlaws, Dumisani shoots Bandile, and Sihle sees a side to Kwanele she never knew. All the episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.

Outlaws Season 1 episodes 31-32 recap: Explosive alliances and a tragic shootout

In episodes 31-32 of Outlaws, Nyakallo and Tlali expose a secret that sends Bandile into a dark place. All episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.

Outlaws Season 1 episodes 29-30 recap: Tlali unleashes chaos

In Outlaws episodes 29-30, Tlali hits Leruo where he least expects, and Bandile's secrets catch up with him. All episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.

Outlaws episodes 27-28 recap: Leruo steps into new territory

In episodes 27-28, Leruo steps into new territory in an effort to unseat Tlali, and Bandile finds comfort in the arms of an ally. All episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.

Showmax Gen Z stars speak out for Youth Day 2025

The young stars of Youngins, Soft Life, and Adulting share what Youth Day means to them and how their roles are influencing their generation. See them all on Showmax.

How real-life encounters shaped Kanyi Nokwe's Soft Life character

Kanyi Nokwe talks about her real-life encounters with pimps and sex workers that shaped her choices in portraying Lady T in Soft Life, now streaming on Showmax. All the episodes are ready to binge-watch.

Soft Life S1 finale recap: The chaos unravels

In the final episodes of Soft Life, Owami promises to leave GFE, Mr Mofokeng steps up and NubiaBlaq gets exposed. All episodes are ready to binge on Showmax.

7 shocking moments from the first 10 episodes of Soft Life S1

Since Soft Life’s launch, the Showmax Original drama series has had us screaming at our screens. Here are the top 7 unmissable moments so far.