What to watch on Showmax SA: 21 Dec

20 December 2018

What to watch on Showmax SA: 21 Dec

If you’re not on holiday yet, never mind – Showmax has the perfect line-up of shows to help you escape from reality for a few hours, or even the whole weekend.

Here are the shows that were added this week.

International series

Marvel’s Runaways S2 | First on Showmax | Arrives 24 December 2018

They are finally a team, but these young superheroes have caught Pride’s attention and now have to run from the law. Yet a dark secret sparks rebellion among the villains, giving the Runaways a gap to fight back. Watch Season 1 now »

S2 is available from 24 December 2018

The Oath S1

What happens when the cops are criminals? This series focuses on such a gang, which will stop at nothing to protect itself – even killing other officers. Don’t miss this first-rate thriller, produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. Watch now »

The Chi S1

Chicago is one of the US’s most dangerous cities, especially for black residents. Emmett, Brandon, Ronnie and Kevin are all trying to make a life in the South Side neighbourhood when an act of violence connects them unexpectedly. Watch now »

For the full list of series added in December, read this post.

Documentary additions

Top Gear S16-22

Top Gear on Showmax

Image: BBC

Join Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May in this much-loved show for petrol heads. The long-running series sees ordinary and extraordinary cars put to the test, ridiculous challenges and a host of celebrity guests. Watch now »

For the full list of documentaries added in December, go here.

Kids’ additions

Peppa Pig Special: Christmas Party

Peppa Pig Christmas Party is on Showmax

Image: eOne Family

It’s Christmas in the Pig household and everyone is invited for a great big party! Who will show up and what gifts will they bring? And is there a chance we’ll see Santa Claus himself? Watch now »

Oggy and the Cockroaches

Oggy and the Cockroaches on Showmax

Image: Boomerang

Oggy is a lazy cat, content with eating and watching television. But his three cockroach housemates Joey, Marky and Dee Dee are always causing trouble. Still, Oggy wouldn’t want it any other way in this funny and exciting series. Watch now »

The Amazing World of Gumball S1

The Amazing World of Gumball on Showmax

Image: Cartoon Network

Gumball the cat always has a scheme going, but usually not a good one. Yet he never stops trying, because he never learns his lesson! Luckily for him, his sister Anais and his friends put up with it… sorta. Watch now »

My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever

My Little Pony Best Gift Ever is on Showmax

Image: Hasbro

It’s that time of year when friends and family celebrate the holidays. But Princess Twilight Sparkle is too busy to join in on the fun. Can Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, Applejack, Rarity, and Rainbow Dash help her out? Watch now »

My Little Pony Equestria Girls Special: Dance Magic

Camp Everfree needs urgent repairs, so Rarity signs up for a music video competition with a big prize. The Crystal Prep Academy Shadowbolts sign up too – and steal her idea! It’s up to the girls to set things right again. Watch now »

My Little Pony Equestria Girls Special: Movie Magic

Daring Do is an exciting new movie and the girls get to be a part of it. But when some special props go missing, filming might have to be cancelled immediately. Can the girls get to the bottom of the mystery Watch now »

My Little Pony Equestria Girls Special: Mirror Magic

Sunset Shimmer’s magical journal is finished so she heads to Equestria and brings Starlight Glimmer back with her. Plus, an angry Juniper Montage discovers an enchanted mirror… and she’s not afraid to use it. Watch now »

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy S2

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy S2 is on Showmax

Image: Disney

The discovery of Thanos’ asteroid kickstarts a vast and dangerous adventure for the Guardians, but not without a lot of other missions along the way, including zombies and symbiotes, in this exciting new season. Watch now »

South African additions

A White Christmas

A White Christmas is on Showmax

Image: Mannequin Pictures

Christmas is all fun and games… until someone lets the comedians in! Join Schalk Bezuidenhout, Donovan Goliath, Dusty Rich and Glen Biderman-Pam in this hilarious comedy special, perfect for the end of the year. Watch now »

Start watching now »

Original African stories by local talent

Die Ondernemers on Showmax

Die Ondernemers

Die Ondernemers follows three entrepreneurs in the funeral business. Stream from 5 August, with new episodes every Monday on Showmax. 

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Dark Side of Glory on Showmax

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 from 31 July 2024.

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One Weeks S1 on Showmax

One Weeks

One Weeks follows Fana, a charming high-school dropout from Soweto, who can’t believe his luck when he finds himself dating successful lawyer Lihle. Stream now, with new episodes every Monday. 

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The Mommy Club Sugar & Spice on Showmax

The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice

The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice is a brand-new Showmax Original reality series, following affluent moms in Durban’s Indian community. Watch from 8 August 2024.

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Beaulah Queens van die Kaap on Showmax

Beaulah: Queens van die Kaap

Meet Cape Town’s most charismatic drag queens in this eye-opening reality series. Now streaming, with new episodes every Thursday.

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016FM S1 is on Showmax

016FM

016FM follows rival DJs at a beloved Vaal radio station threatened with closure, starring the late Mpho Sebeng, and Joseph Sedibo. Stream now, with new episodes every Wednesday.

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Jiji is on Showmax

Jiji

Jiji follows the lives of four girls in the streets of Jericho, forced into a life of crime to make ends meet. Stream now, with new episodes on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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Born Into Fame is on Showmax

Born Into Fame

Born Into Fame follows six South Africans with famous parents, as they try to live up to their family legacies while discovering their own unique paths to success. Stream now, with new episodes every Tuesday.

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Die Ondernemers, coming soon
The Mommy Club Sugar & Spice: Meet the moms