18 December 2017
SA movies and series to watch right now
We love our local gems on Showmax. These two stunning Afrikaans movies are shining at the moment and racking up plenty of views! Trouvoete and Mossie van Wyk are fun, feel-good films, perfect for the festive season. And if you’re after more top-quality local productions, we’ve got some series that will be right up your alley. Watch now »
Trouvoete
Ella is smart, successful and creative, but her relationships are not as lucky. Louis, a doctor, has the same problem. Then they become online friends. But can it be more? Watch now »
Mignon Mossie Van Wyk
Mossie is a teenage girl with a loving boyfriend and the future ahead of her. Yet life is more complicated than she thought when a new person enters her world. Watch now »
If you like these, then you’ll love…
Tali’s Wedding Diary S1
From the creators of SuzelleDIY comes a hilarious new mockumentary starring Julia Anastasopoulos as Tali, a Joburg princess who moves to Cape Town – and she’s getting married! Watch now »
Waterfront S1
A kykNET and Showmax co-production: three sisters return to Cape Town and their family business of building yachts in this new drama series full of scandal, intrigue and romance! New episodes every week. Watch now »
Binnelanders S1-11
The Binneland Clinic in Pretoria is the backdrop for this local soapie that tells the stories of the medical professionals who save their patients’ lives and do whatever they can to heal their hurts. Watch now »
Don’t have Showmax yet?
The Real Housewives of Durban S5 on Showmax
Catch new episodes of The Mommy Club every week
More Mzansi gold
The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad breaks Showmax record
The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad is now the most-watched Afrikaans show on Showmax since its relaunch. Cast member Johandri Johnson tells us why it’s so popular.
South African
Hans Steek die Rubicon Oor (2022)
A 90-year-old widower wants to grow old on his own terms, but when he is forced into a retirement home, he leads a revolt against the management.
Made in South Africa
Pheletso (2025)
When a charming young man wakes up in the hospital with almost no recollection of how he ended up there, his relationship is put to the test.
Made in South Africa
My Brother’s Keeper S1-2
An overly ambitious son, tired of being side-lined by his father, decides to break the family rules by going after his brother’s widow.
Made in South Africa