Spinners

Ethan - Cantona James

Ethan is a 17-year-old driver working for a gang on the Cape Flats. Needing to support his younger brother but increasingly disgusted by gang life, Ethan discovers a possible way out via spinning.

Amber - Chelsea Thomas

Amber is the best female spinner in the country. She’s Ethan’s friend and rival, and she’s playful, snarky and very talented. She’s a close friend and support to Ethan, but she’s not afraid to push him to make the right decisions.

Phumeza - Katlego Lebogang

Phumeza is a young detective, not yet hardened by years on the force. She’s called in to investigate an incident involving the gangs, and seems to take a liking to Ethan.

Damien - Elton Landrew

Gang leader Damien is an interesting character. Is he a protector for Ethan, or does he have darker motives for drawing into gang life? Damien is definitely a man with secrets, and while he has a softer side, he has no scruples when it comes to gang business.

Hercules - Brendon Daniels

Damien’s loyal henchman, Hercules is ruthless and cruel. His whole life revolves around the gang, and he’ll stop at nothing to get what he wants.

Shane - Dillon Windvogel

Shane meets Ethan by accident, and they end up as good friends. Shane is the mechanic of the spinning team, and he introduces Ethan to the world of spinning.

Jackie - Stephren Saayman

The stuntman of the spinning team, Jackie is a fun-loving ladies' man who's dedicated to his friends and the team. 

Kayla - Melanie du Bois

Ethan and Byron's mother, Kayla, hasn't always stepped up when her sons needed her. Her addictions and other problems have forced Ethan to grow up fast, but this single mother is determined to make up for it. Will she be strong enough when it counts?

Spinners beats out Succession in Shanghai

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Meet the cast and characters of Spinners

The cast of the award-winning Showmax Original Spinners includes Cantona James, Elton Landrew, Chelsea Thomas and Brendon Daniels.

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Elton Landrew talks about playing the role of Damien in Showmax Original Spinners. New episodes every Wednesday.

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Spinners

The exhilarating world of spinning promises a way out for a conflicted young man trapped in a gang war in Spinners. All the episodes are ready to binge.

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