Umkhokha: The Curse S1-2

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.

Binnelanders S8-14

Binnelanders, an Afrikaans soapie set in and around a fictional private hospital, follows the trials and trauma of the staff and patients.

Umkhokha: The Curse S1-2

The critically acclaimed series revolves around the ensuing fight to take over the leadership position of one of the biggest churches in KZN.

The River S1-6

Fan-fave telenovela The River is full of twists and turns, and plenty of characters you love to hate, or love to root for - like Cobra. Stream the full boxset on Showmax.

"Reënboogrant ignited my love for reading" - Mila de Villiers

Mila de Villiers talks about her role in Showmax's Tshwane-set telenovela Reënboogrant, now streaming on Showmax.

Minke Marais puts on her blazer to play Shani in Reënboogrant

Minke Marais talks about her role as Shani in Reënboogrant, inspired by Louise van Niekerk’s bestselling 90s novels. Catch new episodes every Wednesday on Showmax.

Reënboogrant S1

Follow the Brink siblings as they navigate teenage drama, family conflicts, love, aspirations and fierce rivalries in this wholesome Afrikaans telenovela.

Gqeberha: The Empire S2

A polygamist with a thriving business empire based in Gqeberha decides to take a fourth wife. Soon his wives and children turn against one another, leading to an epic battle for the throne.

Make a date with an Afrikaans romcom

From Khaki Fever, to Swaaibraai, Gebokste Liefde, and Soos Pynappel op Pizza, we’ve got the perfect romantic comedy to steal your heart and make you cry…with laughter.

Khaki Fever (2025)

A group of game rangers challenge each other to see who can bed the most tourists during the holiday season in this raunchy comedy.

Rianza Snyman on Vaal Riviera and being a stay-at-home mom

Rianza, the matriarch of the Snymans, talks Vaal Riviera and her family. Catch the reality series now on Showmax, with new episodes every Tuesdays.

Amahle Khumalo talks about her role as Nosipho in Empini S2

Amahle Khumalo opens up about her breakthrough role as Nosipho in the Showmax Original Empini. Catch all the episodes now on Showmax.