21 February 2018
How to watch Mzansi Magic online
Showmax is the place you go to binge-watch the best of Mzansi Magic online, so if you’re hankering for some homegrown series and movies, check out this list of the hottest local shows. Here’s how to stream your favourite soapies online.
The Queen | New episodes every weekday
When the husband of a successful businesswoman and loving wife discovers her dreadful secrets, she is forced into a corner, with no choice but to do the unthinkable. New episodes arrive every weekday, express from the Mzansi Magic broadcast. Watch it now »
Isithembiso | New episodes every weekday
Isithembiso is a youth drama that tells the story of two young people from rural SA trying to make it in the dazzling city of iGoli but all that glitters is not always gold. Catch new episodes every single weekday, express from the Mzansi Magic broadcast. Watch it now »
The Housekeepers | All episodes
Out to avenge her mother’s death, Linda takes a job as a helper to help plan her revenge. But her desires will come at a great cost in this thrilling new series as she dives deeper into an unknown world of secrets and scandals. New episodes arrive every Monday, express from the Mzansi Magic broadcast. Watch it now »
The River | New episodes every weekday, express from 1Magic
Did you know that drama-filled new episodes of The River are on Showmax every week day – just 15 minutes after they air on 1Magic! Watch it now »
The Ranakas, S1
Straight from Dineo’s Diary, meet Dineo Ranaka’s family in the hilarious, heartwarming reality show that gives us a real glimpse of an ordinary African family – only there’s nothing ordinary about this amazing group of people! Watch it now »
Living the Dream with Somizi, Season 1-4
Watch Somizi living his dream in all its ‘fabulosity’, blood, sweat and bling. Watch it now »
Watch: Living the Dream with Somizi Season 5, first on Showmax from 4 May 2022
Being Bonang, S1-3
Catch Bonang Matheba, the businesswoman and media personality as she gives South Africans a captivating glimpse of her life. Watch it now »
Rockville
The show revolves around two different families, the wealthy Bogatsus and the hard working Mabasos, who have are embroiled in an ongoing feud over a series of misunderstandings and hardships, particularly the one where the patriarch of the Bogatsu family is secretly a pimp who corrupts innocent girls. Watch it now »
Isibaya, S1-5
Set against the backdrop of the taxi industry, with two young lovers who are torn apart by a century-old feud between two powerful families. Watch it now »
iNumber Number
A new original series based on the award-winning South African movie, iNumber Number. The series takes street warfare, law and order, justice and retribution to a new level. Watch it now »
Igazi, S1-2
In this popular drama series, the war for the kingdom continues, with Bantu fighting to hold onto everything he loves and Nomarashiya scheming to reclaim what’s hers. Watch it now »
Saints and Sinners, S1-2
Saints and Sinners, a 13-part drama is a gripping family drama centred on the lives of two very different families, living in the south of Johannesburg. Watch it now »
Diski Divas, S1-3
Season 3 launched recently on Showmax: the divas are back for a third sizzling season of behind-the-scenes football lifestyle, drama and sexiness, including three new women who join the footballers’ wives club! Watch it now »
Please note that release dates and availability are subject to change.
Watch all episodes of The River
DStv Compact and Compact Plus subscribers get Showmax at a discount, which makes Showmax the most affordable way to watch every episode of The River. All you have to do to get Showmax for R49 per month is add it to your DStv bill. Add to bill »
All non-DStv subscribers get Showmax for R99 per month.
Watch all episodes of The Queen and Isithembiso
DStv Access, Family and EasyView subscribers don’t have access to the Mzansi Channel on their DStv bouquet, but the good news is that by subscribing to Showmax, you get each and every episode of The Queen and Isithembiso, directly from the DStv broadcast every day.
All you have to do is sign up to Showmax and start streaming!
Original African stories by local talent
Spooksoeker S1
When Warno Alberts turns 15, he suddenly becomes aware of ghosts in his dorpie – and it’s now his job to banish them. Stream on Showmax from 5 December.
Made in South Africa
4Play
4Play follows four men who, despite their chaotic personal lives, find friendship, love and perseverance in Nairobi’s concrete jungle. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in Kenya
Die Tollie & Manila Show
A bold talk show where SA celebs join drag queens Tollie Parton and Manila von Teez for an evening of conversation and games… in drag. Stream now, with new episodes every Monday.
Made in South Africa
The Station Strangler
The Station Strangler is a true-crime documentary investigating the serial killer who is believed to have killed 21 young boys and one adult from the late 80s to the mid-90s on the Cape Flats. Now available to stream.
Made in South Africa
Black & Blue S1
Black & Blue, a Showmax Original police-based mockumentary series, now streaming, with new episode every Wednesday.
Made in Kenya
Ubuthe Uzobuya
Ubuthe Uzobuya delves into the lives of couples torn apart when one partner abruptly disappears without explanation. Stream now, with new episodes every Tuesday.
Made in South Africa
Princess on a Hill
Princess on a Hill is a compelling drama series that explores themes of power, ambition, and the cost of success. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in Nigeria
Brasse Vannie Kaap
Brasse Vannie Kaap is a documentary about the iconic, game-changing 90s group who helped make hip hop South African. Stream now on Showmax.
Made in South AfricaYoungins S2, now streaming
Soft Life, coming to Showmax
More Mzansi gold
9 South African true-crime series, ranked
From Devilsdorp to Tracking Thabo Bester, these true-crime documentary series explore some of the darkest and most audacious acts – all available to stream on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
5 shocking scenes from Themba: My Inked World S2
Reality series Themba: My Inked World takes us back into the chaos that follows every move made by tattoo artist, musician and ex-Big Brother star Themba Broly.
Made in South Africa
Rising star Joshwin Dyson is hunting for ghosts in Spooksoeker
Rising star Joshwin Dyson talks about starring in his first Showmax Original series, Spooksoeker, coming to Showmax on 5 December 2024.
South African
Helen Zille on her drag transformation on Showmax
Helen Zille takes on a quickfire round, offering insights into her time in drag on Die Tollie & Manila Show. New episodes every Monday on Showmax.
Made in South Africa