Search results for period series in South Africa
Love Downton Abbey? These series should be on your watchlist
Travel back in time with these historical dramas, all packed with family scandals, dirty secrets and skeletons in the closet.
Must-watch trailer: Showmax reality series Die Ondernemers
See the trailer for Die Ondernemers, a Showmax reality series featuring three South African undertakers, premiering 5 August 2024.
Made in South Africa
7 series about the different ways to fall in love
From that meet-cute moment to marital bliss or meltdowns, with Colin from Accounts, The Lovers and more, there’s a story for however you feel about love tonight.
Behind-the-scenes on British crime series Blue Lights on Showmax
Come for a ride-along with Blue Lights’ writers, Declan Lawn and Adam Patterson, and actress Siân Brooke, who plays 41-year-old trainee cop, Grace.
Noir thriller series Quarry stands the test of time
Soldier returns Stateside from his tour of duty in Vietnam to find that no one is particularly thankful for his service – except for one man.
Romans, Celts and druids in epic period fantasy Britannia
Missing Game of Thrones? Then this slightly mad, brilliantly acted fantasy series is definitely for you.
16 new series on Showmax in May 2019
The full first season of British fantasy A Discovery of Witches is now ready to stream, along with the brand-new, addictive drama Burden of Truth and HBO’s hilarious Animals Season 3, not to mention a tonne of fresh seasons of familiar favourites.
Rise is an inspiring musical series based on a true story
The 10-episode drama series Rise is about more than saving a high-school music programme: it’s about giving hope to kids and letting them aim for the clouds.
Seasons 1 to 5 of spellbinding series The Magicians now streaming
Every episode of Season 4 of The Magicians, rated as one of TV’s best fantasy series, is coming to Showmax express from the US.
The best kids’ shows and movies to stream during school holidays
Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to during school holidays in April 2025, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.
Warrior’s Andrew Koji attacks Gangs of London Season 3
A mysterious assassin named Zeke, played by Warrior lead actor Andrew Koji, stalks the Gangs of London in Season 3. Now Andrew is breaking his silence.
Director Richard Gregory on how he nearly turned down Steinheist
Showmax is now streaming two new episodes of Steinheist, which go even deeper into unpacking SA’s biggest corporate scam and how the net tightened around former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste.
Made in South Africa
The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, plus 10 real-life revolutionaries
Discover the origins of The Hunger Games in The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, and then stream 10 more shows and movies about real-life revolutionaries.
Lose yourself on Love Island this Valentine’s Day
Showmax is bringing new seasons of Love Island USA and Love Island UK, along with the exciting spin-offs Love Island: All Stars and Love Island Games, all on Valentine’s Day.
5 real-life shockers in SAS Rogue Heroes Season 2
The lads are back! Uncover five astounding things that really happened, as the maverick SAS forces give Italy the boot in SAS Rogue Heroes Season 2.
Desiré Gardner on updating Reënboogrant for a new generation
The Showmax Original telenovela Reënboogrand lands on Wednesday, 15 January 2025, inspired by Louise van Niekerk’s Afrikaans YA novels.
South African
Vergeet Van My (2023)
A musical documentary following a group of renegades living their dream in a colourful world of touring musicians. A Silwerskermfees 2024 documentary.
Made in South Africa
Our pick of the most epic book-to-screen stories on Showmax
Is the show ever better than the book? Get ready for battle as you join the Showmax book club to try everything from My Brilliant Friend, to Dune: Prophecy.
Unleash the All Black magic on Showmax
Showmax debuts the All Blacks Greatness collection, an exclusive set of programmes featuring rugby’s most iconic team. All 18 episodes are now available to watch on Showmax and Showmax PL.
SA animation directors celebrate an Emmy for Tabby McTat
Now streaming on Showmax, Tabby McTat won the Kids: Animation International Emmy, directed by Cape Town directors Jac Hamman and Sarah Scrimgeour.
South African
Tabby McTat (2023)
A delightful animated movie about friendship and loyalty. Tabby McTat and his busker friend Fred charm crowds with their harmonious duets until an unexpected separation tears them apart.
Immaculate and 3 more holy terrors to witness on Showmax
Convent or coven? We take a peek under the wimple at what nuns are up to in Immaculate, The Conjuring 2, The Nun II and The Exorcist: Believer.
Where to see the cast of Devil’s Peak on Showmax
We’ve played detective and rounded up the usual suspects who’ll have you in their grip in the brand-new Deon Meyer crime drama series Devil’s Peak.
Made in South Africa
Belgravia: The Next Chapter S1
In the 1800s, a couple’s happiness is threatened by the scandalous world of high society that has long-buried family secrets.