15 August 2018
What to watch when you’re under the weather
The seasons are changing and sickness is creeping in! And the good thing about being sick is that it’s the perfect excuse for an immense binge-watching session. So strap your-sick-self in for some quality shows you should be watching right now on Showmax.
HBO’s Succession S1-2 | Exclusive to Showmax
Logan Roy has built a powerful company and must choose which of his children will take it over. But not everyone is happy with his plans… First and only Showmax. Watch it now »
The River
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 in Cullinan, Just a stone’s throw away from Pretoria. There are 100+ episodes on Showmax, with a brand-new one delivered every day, express from the 1Magic broadcast. Watch it now »
Filthy Rich S1
The Monreauxes are a mega-rich Southern family famed for creating a successful Christian TV network. On the cusp of a new venture, a tragedy leaves wife and mother Margaret (Kim Cattrall) in charge of the family business. Starring Kim Kattrall. Watch it now »
Original African stories by local talent
Empini S1
Empini is a high-stakes, action-packed drama set in the ruthless, corrupt world of private security. Season 2 lands on 4 March 2025.
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
Adulting S1-3
Four best friends go through the hoops of life, love and everything else. S3 is now streaming, with new episodes landing every Saturday.
Made in South Africa
Tiek Tok Boem!
Tiek Toek Boem! takes a deep dive into the world of Afrikaans TikTokers who are pushing the platform to new – and often disturbing – levels. Stream from 18 February on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad
The Mommy Club: Van Die Hoofstad introduces a bold cast of Afrikaans women who are redefining the art of parenting. Stream from 14 March on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
What Will People Say? Ghana
This reality series puts love in the spotlight as hopeful romantics step into the dating arena, guided by charismatic host Sika Osei. New episodes land on Fridays.
Made in Ghana
Take Me Home S2
Take Me Home is a Kenyan reality series that follows the lives of three young couples on the brink of breaking up as they confront their pasts. Premieres 31 January 2025.
Made in Kenya
Under the Influence
Under the Influence follows Dami, a fresh university graduate whose life takes an unexpected turn after an argument with his brother. Stream now, with new episodes released every Friday.
Made in NigeriaStream the final season of Adulting
The Mommy Club S3, coming soon
More Mzansi gold
17 South African romantic picks for the month of love – and all year round
These homegrown romcoms, romantic series and loved-up movies, all streaming on Showmax, will hit you right in the feels.
Made in South Africa
Schalk Bezuidenhout on his first role as a romantic lead
Schalk Bezuidenhout talks about his first lead role in a romantic comedy in Soos Pynappel op Pizza, set to premiere on Valentine’s Day.
Made in South Africa
Noksie from The Mommy Club on the power of letting go
Noksie spills the tea on why she joined the show, filming, motherhood and the juicy drama of The Mommy Club S3. Stream from 15 February on Showmax.
Made in South Africa
Tarryn Wyngaard gets romantic in Gebokste Liefde
Tarryn Wyngaard talks about starring in her first romcom, Gebokste Liefde. Stream the movie from 8 February on Showmax.
Made in South Africa