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Sonic The Hedgehog 3
When Team Sonic meets their match in Shadow, they must form an unlikely alliance with Dr Robotnik to save the world.
The best kids' shows and movies to stream during school holidays
Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to during school holidays in June/July 2025, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.
The number-one series on Cartoon Network is set in Africa
The hit animation Iyanu, ranked #1 on Cartoon Network and a top 10 kids series on Max, will be available to binge on Showmax from 13 June 2025.
7 movies for fans of Barbie
Stream these beautiful, empowering movies for strong, young girls on Showmax.
Steve Carell vs Will Ferrell in Despicable Me 4
Get ready for a battle of egos as Maxime Le Mal sets his sights on his high school nemesis Gru. But first, Steve Carell and Will Ferrell dig into the psychology of supervillains.
The best kids' movies to stream right now
Showmax has everything you need for the best family movie night, with blockbuster hits for kids of all ages - and adults who are kids at heart.
10 book-to-screen adaptations for kids
These series and movies for kids of all ages bring imagination to life as characters step off the page and onto the screen in Wonka, Tabby McTat, His Dark Materials and more.
10 Julia Donaldson stories made real
One of the best-loved children's authors, Julia Donaldson's stories are even more magical on the screen.
Editor's pick for younger kids
Tiddler (2024)
An animated adaptation of the Julia Donaldson-Axel Scheffler book that follows a little fish with a big imagination who entertains friends with tall tales.
Tabby McTat (2023)
A delightful animated movie about friendship and loyalty. Tabby McTat and his busker friend Fred charm crowds with their harmonious duets until an unexpected separation tears them apart.
Knuckles S1
From the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, follow Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery. Knuckles agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
Zog (2018)
Zog is a young dragon determined to do well at Dragon School, where he learns about flying, roaring and breathing fire. But poor Zog experiences a few challenges along the way, many caused by his clumsiness. Based on the Julia Donaldson picture book.
Editor's pick for older kids
Iyanu S1
When a teenage orphan discovers she has magical powers, she embarks on a remarkable journey with her friends to discover the truth about the evil lurking in her homeland.
The Wild Robot (2024)
A riveting and epic adventure written and directed by Chris Saunders. Voiced by Lupita Nyong'o, Roz, a robot stranded on a wild island, must adapt and confront her past to survive.
The Famous Five S1
Five daring young explorers encounter action-packed adventures and remarkable mysteries that bring them closer together as friends.
The Despicable Me Collection
Relive the story of Gru, his family and the Minions in this collection of all four Despicable Me movies plus The Minions.
Stream Twende, a Showmax Original
Jay Jay: a Showmax Original animation
The best movies on Showmax
Sonic The Hedgehog 3
When Team Sonic meets their match in Shadow, they must form an unlikely alliance with Dr Robotnik to save the world.
The best kids' shows and movies to stream during school holidays
Showmax has loads of fun to look forward to during school holidays in June/July 2025, including blockbuster movies for the whole family.
The number-one series on Cartoon Network is set in Africa
The hit animation Iyanu, ranked #1 on Cartoon Network and a top 10 kids series on Max, will be available to binge on Showmax from 13 June 2025.
7 movies for fans of Barbie
Stream these beautiful, empowering movies for strong, young girls on Showmax.
Steve Carell vs Will Ferrell in Despicable Me 4
Get ready for a battle of egos as Maxime Le Mal sets his sights on his high school nemesis Gru. But first, Steve Carell and Will Ferrell dig into the psychology of supervillains.
The best kids' movies to stream right now
Showmax has everything you need for the best family movie night, with blockbuster hits for kids of all ages - and adults who are kids at heart.
10 book-to-screen adaptations for kids
These series and movies for kids of all ages bring imagination to life as characters step off the page and onto the screen in Wonka, Tabby McTat, His Dark Materials and more.
10 Julia Donaldson stories made real
One of the best-loved children's authors, Julia Donaldson's stories are even more magical on the screen.
