21 August 2018
WATCH: Nice Wanjeri (Auntie Boss) reacts to fans’ comments
Auntie Boss actress Nice Wanjeri aka Shiru Warugongo reacts to fans’ comments on her Instagram page and plays the “Would You Rather” challenge.
Original African stories by local talent
Style Magnate
Style Magnate is a Nigerian Showmax Original following 20 designers vying for a life-changing prize. Stream from 4 October, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in Nigeria
Subterranea
Subterranea follows eight participants of a psychological experiment, trapped in an underground bunker. Stream from 26 September, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in Kenya
Nai-Rich
Nai-Rich follows five influential Kenyans, giving a glimpse into the glitz and glam of their daily lives in the entertainment industry. Stream now, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in Kenya
False Glory
Fake Glory is a three-part documentary series that delves into those moments when sporting figures did the unthinkable for personal gain. New episodes land Mondays.
Made in South Africa
Law, Love and Betrayal
Law, Love and Betrayal follows a tough township lawyer who forces her way into a slick, family-owned firm in Sandton. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in South Africa
Shebeen Queens
Shebeen Queens is a reality show about the indomitable women behind popular Soweto shebeens. Stream now, with new episodes every Thursday.
Made in South Africa
Die Ondernemers
Die Ondernemers follows three entrepreneurs in the funeral business. Stream now, with new episodes every Monday on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Dark Side of Glory
Dark Side of Glory tells the stories behind shocking cases of murder and unexplained deaths in the world of sport. Stream now on Showmax.
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More Mzansi gold
Showmax brings the laughs with 13 stand-up comedy specials
Multi-award winning comedian Sifiso Nene talks about the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, which is available to stream from this Friday 20 September on Showmax. The stand-up comedy specials also feature Skhumba, Tumi Morake, Celeste Ntuli and more.
South African
Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes (2022)
From Emmy-winning director James Jones, this gripping documentary tells the story of the Chernobyl disaster through newly discovered archive footage and witness accounts.
Kim from The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice on being “the observer”
In her own words, Kim tells us about her experience filming The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice and how she protected her mental health.
Made in South Africa
Screen legend Tobie Cronjé on laughter and Die Bloedhonde
The South African screen legend Tobie Cronjé talks about his role in Stiaan Smith’s feature film directorial debut, now streaming on Showmax.
Made in South Africa