6 December 2020
What’s leaving Showmax this month
All good things must come to an end – and that’s true for the run of some series and movies on Showmax. To keep even more entertainment coming your way, shows do sometimes leave Showmax (here’s why).
As most shows expire at the end of the month, there’s still time to catch some of these before they’re gone.
Luckily, there are thousands of other series and movies to make up for these ones leaving. Browse the full collection here.
Here are the series and non-fiction shows slated for expiry in December. Unless otherwise noted, the expiry date is the last day of the month.
This month’s highlight
Catch-22: Expiring 14 December
A dark comedy based on the novel of the same name about a US Air Forces bombardier who’ll try anything to get out of his responsibilities during WWII. Directed by and starring George Clooney, alongside Alex Chandler, Christopher Abbott and more.
International series
- Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce – 9 December
- Shades of Blue – 9 December
- Marvel’s Runaways – 20 December
- I’m Sorry – 30 December
- Hackerville – 30 December
- Miracle Workers – 30 December
- Temptation Island USA – 31 December
- MotherFatherSon – 31 December
International movies
All expiring on 31 December, unless noted
- Dr Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas – 11 December
- Dance Camp
- Grease
- Life of the Party
- My Favourite Wedding
- Ocean’s 8
- Star Trek
Non-Fiction
Expiring on 31 December
- Earth from Space
- Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart
South African shows
Expiring on 31 December
- Chin Up
This list was accurate at the time of publishing. More shows may be added or removed.
Original African stories by local talent
Untying Kantai
Untying Kantai follows King Kantai, a man who has spent 30 years of his life working hard to provide for his family, only to be conned out of his life savings. Stream from 9 May, with new episodes weekly.
Big Girl Small World
Stream the new Kenyan romcom series Big Girl Small World from 8 May, with new episodes every week.
Empini S1
Stream the Showmax Original drama series Empini from 23 May 2024.
Original Sin: My Son The Killer
Original Sin: My Son The Killer follows the murder of Andrea Venter by Gerhard Jansen van Vuuren, who then went on the run from South Africa to Brazil.
Tracking Thabo Bester
From the makers of Devilsdorp and the director of Convict Conman comes the true-crime documentary South Africa has been waiting for. All the episodes are streaming on Showmax.
The Illuminated
The Showmax Original docuseries The Illuminated explores different religious movements in South Africa. All episodes now streaming.
Koek S1
The crime comedy Koek, starring Cindy Swanepoel. All the episodes are streaming on Showmax.
Ekhaya Backpackers S1
Stream the Showmax Original comedy series Ekhaya Backpackers. All the episodes are now streaming.
What will be the cost of vengeance? Empini S1, coming soon
The Roast Of Minnie Dlamini, now streaming
More Mzansi gold
9 most shocking moments in The Illuminated
Are you strong enough to binge Showmax Original documentary series The Illuminated? Here’s what you’ll need to prepare yourself.
Youngins Season 1 Episode 37-39 recap: Expelled!
While the five’s video goes viral, they’re swiftly expelled and forced to return home following a disciplinary hearing in Episodes 37-39 of Showmax Original Youngins.
What to watch on Showmax in May 2024
Stream Barbie and Oppenheimer in South Africa now, only on Showmax. Plus a ton more great stuff coming in May.
The Mommy Club Season 2 Episode 11 recap: Cutting through
In episode 11 of The Mommy Club S2, Hermajesty hosts a ‘Healing with Hermajesty’ night picnic that turns sour. New episodes every Monday.