Soft Life

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.

Ayanda Daweti on being a supportive boyfriend in Soft Life

Ayanda Daweti reflects on his role in the new Showmax Original drama Soft Life, now streaming, with new episodes every Monday.

Soft Life Season 1 opens with secrets, scandals and sacrifices

Showmax Original Soft Life kicks off as Owami celebrates her 23rd birthday and gets invited to a NubiaBlaq launch party as a potential "brand ambassador". Catch new episodes on Mondays on Showmax.

Zizipho Buti on her role in Showmax Original Soft Life

Zizipho Buti talks about her most challenging yet most rewarding role as Owami in Soft Life, now streaming on Showmax.

Soft Life S1

An ordinary township girl enters the secretive world of high-society companionship to settle her mother's medical bills in this Showmax Original drama.

Ten Pound Poms S2

In post-war Britain, a group of families resettle in Australia, promised a life of plenty - but find it more challenging than they ever expected.

Kate and Annie take charge in Ten Pound Poms Season 2

Michelle Keegan (Kate) and Faye Marsay (Annie) take us back to Australia in 1957 as Annie starts a bikini revolution, and Kate lets her hair down.

5 reasons to pick up HBO’s Telemarketers

Scam caller alert! Five reasons to find out who’s really cashing in on a job that everyone hates, in the HBO documentary series The Telemarketers.

The Valley S2

Their lives might have slowed down, but the drama hasn't. Vanderpump Rules's former West Hollywood partygoers embrace the next chapter of their lives in the Valley.

Law & Order S23-24

The original Law & Order resumes its classic two-part approach following both the police who investigate crimes and the DAs who prosecute them.

Queen Modjadji S1

Queen Modjadji tells the story of a matriarchal dynasty with the ability to summon the rain. Binge every episode on Showmax.

Love Island UK S12

Gorgeous singles live in a luxury villa - with the added possibility of meeting their soul mate - in this fun and flirty reality series.

Matlock S1

Retired 70-year-old Madeline Matlock rejoins the work force at a prestigious law firm, where she uses her wily tactics to win cases and expose wrongdoing in this hit reboot.

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.

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi's blueprint for a lasting career

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi shares insights on navigating a successful career in the new Showmax Masterclass. Watch her on Empini, ready to binge on Showmax.

What to watch on Showmax in September 2025

This September, Showmax drops a stellar new lineup. From the final season of Youngins to buzzworthy film Khaki Fever plus global smash hits Landman, Conclave and The Brutalist.

Tracking Thabo Bester

A documentary about the convicted murderer and rapist who did not die in Cell 35 but was instead seen shopping in Sandton City. Two episodes 15 March, final episodes 22 March on Showmax.

Tshepo Miya talks about being on Married at First Sight

Tshepo opens up about his journey on Married at First Sight, Palesa and more. Catch new episodes every Sunday on Mzansi Magic and Showmax.

Vaal Riviera S1

Follow four prominent families in the Vaal Triangle as they showcase their wealth, confront personal challenges, and host extravagant parties.