19 July 2018
What to watch on rainy days on Showmax
It’s properly winter now, and whether you’re freezing on the highveld or wading through the Western Cape, you’re going to need some quality indoor entertainment to keep you busy through these cold and rainy days.
Here’s a handpicked collection of the some of the best series to watch when going outside is unbearable.
Younger S1-6 | First on Showmax
Season 5 has finally arrived! The trip to Ireland behind her, Liza is ready to move on. But then a meeting gets a little awkward in this quirky new season, first on Showmax! Episodes 1 to 4 of the brand-new season are currently on Showmax, with episodes 5-8 landing on 1 August 2018, and episodes 9 to 12 arriving express from the US. Watch it now »
Siren | First on Showmax
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6d0Q7L6NlRs
A new girl in town reminds people of local mermaid legends. But there really is something going on in the sea in this thrilling new series, first on Showmax. Watch it now »
The River
Image: 1Magic
The River is set in Pretoria and follows the lives of the Dlamini’s and the Mokoena’s, two families from different backgrounds that are brought together and divided by the discovery of a diamond on their doorstep. The first 100+ episodes are ready to binge on Showmax, and new episodes arrive on the platform on the same day as their 1Magic broadcast. Watch it now »
Original African stories by local talent
Untied S1
Untied explores the deeply personal and often complex experience of divorce, told through the voices of women who have lived it. Stream from 24 June on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Reckless S1
Reckless follows a pair of young brothers who find themselves at a crossroads when a tragic accident changes their lives forever. Stream from 23 June, with new episodes every Monday and Tuesday.
Made in Kenya
The Mommy Club NBO
The Mommy Club NBO is the fifth instalment of the record-breaking Mommy Club franchise. Stream now, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in Kenya
Empini S1-2
Empini is a high-stakes, action-packed drama set in the ruthless, corrupt world of private security. Season 2 is now streaming, with new episodes every Tuesday.
Made in South Africa
Youngins S1-2
Stream Tshedza Pictures’s first teen drama, Showmax Original Youngins. S1 and S2 are ready to binge.
Made in South Africa
The Real Housewives of Durban Seasons 1-5
Our eThekwini queens are back with a brand-new season. Stream Season 5 now, with new episodes every Friday.
Made in South Africa
Unfollowed S1-2
Unfollowed examines cancel culture in social media through real-life stories of South African celebs. Stream S1-2 now on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
The Mommy Club S1-3
The Mommy Club sees glamorous Jozi momfluencers navigating the the cutthroat world of “it” moms. All episodes, including both reunion episodes, are streaming on Showmax.
Made in South AfricaAma Grootman S1 on Showmax
The Real Housewives of Durban S5, now streaming
More Mzansi gold
Must-watch trailer for upcoming Showmax talk show, Untied
Watch the explosive trailer for Untied, featuring eight South African celebrities who have gone through public divorces. Hosted by Relebogile Mabotja, the talk show premieres on Showmax on 24 June 2025.
South African
Married At First Sight Mzansi S1
Eight strangers, one goal – to meet their perfect match for the very first time at the end of the wedding aisle. Stream all of Married at First Sight Mzansi Season 1 while you wait for Season 2, on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Showmax and DStv celebrate the legacy of Presley Chweneyagae
Relive Presley Chweneyagae’s breakout role in the Oscar-winning Tsotsi on Showmax or DStv Stream from 9pm on 6 June, on M-Net at the same time, or in the following days on Mzansi Magic and M-Net Movies Channel 4. Plus the finale of Cobrizi, with Presley in a fan-favourite role, lands on Sunday, 8 June on Mzansi Magic.
South African
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.
Made in South Africa