The best thrillers to watch online

Dexter: Original Sin S1

The prequel series to the multi-award-winning show follows young Dexter Morgan, who is about to become everyone's favourite vigilante serial killer.

Trap (2024)

In this tense M Night Shyamalan thriller, a father takes his daughter to a live show by her favourite artist as a treat ... but all is not as it seems.

Magpie (2024)

Secret desires and lies threaten a couple's marriage in this thriller. Their relationship begins to fracture when their daughter gets a role alongside a glamorous movie star.

Speak No Evil (2024)

James McAvoy leads this intense, disturbing psychological horror about a family spending a weekend at a country house. Things take a turn when the host family's evil side is uncovered.

Insomnia S1

Emma fears losing her mind after suffering from sleep deprivation two weeks before turning 40. Only by confronting her past can she find the answers.

Your Lucky Day (2023)

The late Angus Cloud (Euphoria) drives this gritty, tension-filled heist thriller about a dispute over a winning lottery ticket.

Eileen (2023)

In this period thriller, a woman working at a prison has her dull life change when she befriends the new prison counsellor.

Must-watch trailer: Slay Queens doccie coming to Showmax

Watch the explosive trailer for Slay Queens, a Showmax Original docuseries about women chasing the soft life. Streaming from 31 October, new episodes every Friday.

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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City S5-6

Follow the hidden social circle made up of successful Utah women who have created their own paradise filled with luxury homes and shopping sprees.

A Nice Indian Boy (2025)

In this humorous, heartfelt romcom, a gay doctor brings his white fiancé home to meet his traditional Indian family.

The Premier League canvas: a Saturday masterpiece painted in blue and red

Catch all the action from the Chelsea v Liverpool game live on Showmax Premier League on Saturday, 4 October at 18:30.

RSVP for a Showmax wedding: 40+ celebrations to enjoy

From surprise vows to family feuds, Showmax is serving up over 40 wedding-themed movies and series. We’re saying I Do to non-stop entertainment!

Thabiso Ramotshela on the heart-wrenching Youngins Season 3

Thabiso Ramotshela talks about his heart-wrenching performance as Mahlatse in Youngins S3, now streaming on Showmax. Watch new episodes every Friday.

31 top shows & movies to watch with Pride

While we held space for our friends in the US in June, South Africa celebrates Pride in October, so here are 31 shows that fly the Pride flag high.

Must-watch trailer: Slay Queens doccie coming to Showmax

Watch the explosive trailer for Slay Queens, a Showmax Original docuseries about women chasing the soft life. Streaming from 31 October, new episodes every Friday.

The best kids' shows and movies to stream during school holidays

Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to during school holidays in October 2025, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City S5-6

Follow the hidden social circle made up of successful Utah women who have created their own paradise filled with luxury homes and shopping sprees.

A Nice Indian Boy (2025)

In this humorous, heartfelt romcom, a gay doctor brings his white fiancé home to meet his traditional Indian family.

The Premier League canvas: a Saturday masterpiece painted in blue and red

Catch all the action from the Chelsea v Liverpool game live on Showmax Premier League on Saturday, 4 October at 18:30.

RSVP for a Showmax wedding: 40+ celebrations to enjoy

From surprise vows to family feuds, Showmax is serving up over 40 wedding-themed movies and series. We’re saying I Do to non-stop entertainment!

Thabiso Ramotshela on the heart-wrenching Youngins Season 3

Thabiso Ramotshela talks about his heart-wrenching performance as Mahlatse in Youngins S3, now streaming on Showmax. Watch new episodes every Friday.

31 top shows & movies to watch with Pride

While we held space for our friends in the US in June, South Africa celebrates Pride in October, so here are 31 shows that fly the Pride flag high.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City S5-6

Follow the hidden social circle made up of successful Utah women who have created their own paradise filled with luxury homes and shopping sprees.

Wie Word 'n Miljoenêr? S2-5

The world's biggest game show - in Afrikaans! Contestants must answer general knowledge questions correctly to win R1 million in cash.

Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

Take a journey through TV history, exploring Black representation, from early on-screen appearances to modern creators, revolutionising the industry.

Chicago PD S12

Action-packed spin-off of the Chicago series, following two different units at the Chicago police department: uniformed cops and the Intelligence Unit.