The best fantasy shows and movies to stream
These fantasy series and movies will transport you out of your everyday life and into worlds that are beyond your wildest dreams. Some are sweet and fun, while others are for those with darker sensibilities.
Get ready to lose yourself in the enchantment and marvel of these extraordinary fantasy series and movies, from acclaimed series that have garnered cult followings to blockbuster films that have captivated audiences worldwide. Stream them all on Showmax now.
The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023)
A terrifying story based on a chapter from Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’ novel. A cargo ship sets sail from Carpathia to London, but soon the trip turns into a fight for survival.
Madame Web (2024)
In this superhero origin story, a paramedic gains the ability to see the future and uses her power to protect girls stalked by a killer.
Blue Beetle (2023)
An alien scarab chooses Jaime Reyes to be its symbiotic host, bestowing him with a suit of armour, making him the superhero the Blue Beetle.
Barbie (2023)
An all-star rendition of Mattel’s Barbie doll. Barbie and Ken embark on an epic adventure into the human world and discover shocking truths.
Halo S1-2
In the 26th Century, humanity bands together and risks everything to protect humankind from the universal threat: an alien race known as the Covenant.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves (2023)
A funny adventure fantasy that brings the legendary roleplaying game to life. A thief and a group of adventurers seek a long-lost relic.
Black Adam (2022)
Thousands of years after being given the powers of the gods, the ancient anti-hero Black Adam is freed, unleashing his own form of justice.
Vampire Academy S1
The thrilling supernatural teen drama, Vampire Academy Season 1, is filled with mystery, danger, and intrigue. Two friends from different classes must complete their education and enter royal vampire society.
DMZ S1
In this HBO drama based on the acclaimed DC comic books, a second American Civil War turns Manhattan into a demilitarised zone, where a medic sets out on a harrowing quest to find her son.
His Dark Materials S1-3
As the events of Philip Pullman’s book The Amber Spyglass unfold, Lyra and Will journey to a dark place from which no one has ever returned.
Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021)
After Eddie interviews the serial killer Cletus Kasady, Kasady becomes the host of the deadly symbiote Carnage in the thrilling sequel.
The Suicide Squad (2021)
Our only hope to save the world is a bunch of supervillains – what could go wrong? Don’t miss this supercharged sequel to the 2016 movie.
Blood Psalms
In Ancient Africa, the young Princess Zazi must save herself and her people from the end of the world. She faces warring tribes, angry gods – and her own father.
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Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021)
Prepare for a new chapter in the beloved Ghostbusters story with the 2021 blockbuster Ghostbusters: Afterlife.
Game of Thrones S1-8
Game of Thrones may be over, but there are eight seasons to enjoy from the beginning. If you missed this global hit, binge-watch it.
Peacemaker S1
Patriotic assassin Peacemaker and his ragtag black ops squad work to eliminate parasitic creatures that threaten the future of humanity.
Archenemy (2020)
Max Fist claims to be a hero from another dimension. No one believes his stories except for a local teen named Hamster.
Wonder Woman 1984
Gal Gadot and Chris Pine reprise their roles in this thrilling sequel in which Diana Prince battles two new villains 65 years after the events of the 2017 hit Wonder Woman.
Charmed S3
After the death of their mother, three sisters – Mel, Macy and Maggie – discover they are “the charmed ones”, powerful witches able to protect humankind.
The Magicians S1-5
A group of twenty-somethings studying to be magicians discover the magic they read about as kids really exists, but it’s more dangerous than they ever imagined.
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Dune: Prophecy S1
Power lies in the shadows in this HBO sci-fi epic set 10 000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, following the creators of the female order, the Bene Gesserit.
The Fix (2024)
In a dystopian future, a troubled model takes an illicit new party drug and suffers a shocking transformation – then discovers she may be the key to saving the human race.
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Hollywood stars rave about Cape Town ahead of The Fix premiere
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Must-watch trailer: local sci-fi Showmax Original film The Fix
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Monolith (2022)
When a disgraced journalist turns to podcasting to salvage her career, she uncovers a strange conspiracy theory.
Decoding the Monolith for sci-fi fans
Not since 2001: A Space Odyssey has a big, black monolith provoked such head scratching for sci-fi fans. Fortunately the film Monolith’s director, writer and producer are here to help.
Looking for family-friendly fare?
Wonka (2023)
A young chocolatier, Willy Wonka, armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams, manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.
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One of the best-loved children’s authors, Julia Donaldson’s stories are even more magical on the screen.
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Jack Black on Po’s wisdom in Kung Fu Panda 4
Po has a new mission that takes him into the big city. Jack Black, Viola Davis and the Kung Fu Panda 4 team tell us what’s in store.
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
Meet the colourful crew of Headspace
Meet the colourful characters behind the action-packed animation feature film Headspace, the most watched local film at SA cinemas last year.
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Headspace (2023)
An alien invasion animation like no other, as miniature aliens want to take over the world!
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Migration’s journey behind the scenes
The production team behind animated adventure Migration take us behind the scenes to reveal how they captured the perfect waddle and quack.
Looking for fantasy with an African flavour?
Blood Psalms episode 10 recap: The return of the gods
Everything you need to know about Showmax Original Blood Psalms episode 10: Insurrection and resurrection.
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Blood Psalms episode 9 recap: Horus rising
Everything you need to know about Blood Psalms episode 9: Up in flames
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Blood Psalms episode 8 recap: The wedding night
Everything you need to know about Blood Psalms episode 8 – now streaming only on Showmax.
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Blood Psalms Episode 7 recap: Before the wedding
Everything you need to know about Blood Psalms Episode 7, and what’s been happening so far.
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