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 on Showmax

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.

Cassandra Webb (Dakota Johnson) in Madame Web

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.

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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.

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Dungeons and Dragons Honour Among Thieves on Showmax

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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Gritty sci-fi to binge-watch

10 things to know before watching The Last of Us Season 2

As the new season takes a five-year leap into the future, we recap what you need to know from The Last of Us Season 1, from a guide to the Infected, cults, militias and communities, to who still know about Ellie’s immunity.

The Last of Us S1-2

Joel and Ellie, a pair connected through the harshness of the world they live in, are forced to endure brutal circumstances and ruthless killers on a trek across post-pandemic America.

Bella Ramsey as Ellie in The Last Of US S2 on Showmax

The Last of Us co-creator on why we all feel so protective of Ellie

Emmy winner Craig Mazin, co-creator and executive producer of The Last of Us, discusses why audiences feel so protective of Ellie. The new season premieres on M-Net and Showmax from 14 April 2025.

Breathe (2024)

Air-supply is scarce in the near future, forcing a mother and daughter to fight to survive when two strangers arrive desperate for an oxygenated haven.

Dune: Part Two (2024)

The second instalment in an epic two-part adaptation of Frank Herbert’s acclaimed novel. Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a warpath of revenge.

Dune: Part Two – what lies ahead for Paul and Chani?

Dune: Part Two’s leads Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, and director Denis Villeneuve discuss their fates and the nitty-gritty of riding a sandworm across the desert.

Showrunner Alison Schapker on Dune: Prophecy

The Dune: Prophecy showrunner talks about creating the HBO series, now streaming on Showmax, with new episodes every Monday until 23 December.

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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Showmax

We rate 11 aliens from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is bringing wonder back to space exploration. But with each new alien encounter comes the possibility of getting eggs laid in you!

Looking for family-friendly fare?

The Wild Robot (2024)

A riveting and epic adventure written and directed by Chris Saunders. Voiced by Lupita Nyong’o, Roz, a robot stranded on a wild island, must adapt and confront her past to survive.

Watch the Barbie movie online, plus uplifting family films

Stream the Barbie movie on Showmax, along with other beautiful, empowering movies to watch with your little ones.

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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.

Steve Carell vs Will Ferrell in Despicable Me 4

Get ready for a battle of egos as Maxime Le Mal sets his sights on his high school nemesis Gru. But first, Steve Carell and Will Ferrell dig into the psychology of supervillains.

The Despicable Me Collection

Relive the story of Gru, his family and the Minions in this collection of all four Despicable Me movies plus The Minions.

Tiddler (2024)

An animated adaptation of the Julia Donaldson-Axel Scheffler book that follows a little fish with a big imagination who entertains friends with tall tales.

Harold and the Purple Crayon (2024)

Inside his book, adventurous Harold can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. But when he grows up, Harold finds he has much to learn about real life.

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The Garfield Movie (2024)

Garfield is about to have a wild outdoor adventure! An unexpected reunion with his long-lost father forces Garfield and Odie into a high-stakes heist.