Law, Love and Betrayal

Dineo Rasedile as Gugu

Gugu is a tough township lawyer who forces her way into a slick, family-owned firm in Sandton, where she finds that everyone has secrets, just like her.

Nimrod Nkosi as Gatsha

Gatsha is the founder and head of Gumede and Associates. A traditional man set in his ways. Influential, powerful, unscrupulous, and unrelenting.

Pearl Modiadie as Ayanda

Ayanda is a brilliant lawyer who grew up privileged and is desperate for her father's approval.

Anelisa Phewa as James

James is a smart and vicious lawyer who is as comfortable in the boardroom as he is in the bustling streets of the kasi.

5 patients you’ll meet in The Pitt Season 1

The Pitt’s head makeup artist Myriam Arougheti and her team scored one of the series’ 13 Emmy nominations for their jaw-dropping special effects makeup. We’ve picked just five of their patients for a checkup.

5 new reality shows on Showmax in August

King's Court, Vaal Riviera, The Valley S2, Next Gen NYC and more reality shows to stream on Showmax this month.

17 medical dramas to stream in an entertainment emergency

From New Amsterdam to The Good Doctor to House, these compelling medical shows are all streaming on Showmax.

Celebrate Vinette Ebrahim in 10 roles on Showmax

This Women’s Month, the 2025 Silwerskerm Festival is honouring Vinette Ebrahim with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and we’ve picked just 10 roles that highlight her talent and charisma.

Everyone Else Burns and 8 more cult classics

Strap in for armageddon! British sitcom Everyone Else Burns is set in a rigid sect - but they're not the only ones with weird haircuts. Let’s all join a cult show and become one big, happy family.

Binge five of the 10 biggest Emmy nominees on Showmax

Showmax has 5 of this year’s top 10 Emmy-nominated titles, from The Penguin to The White Lotus — all ready for you to stream now.

Dangerous minds in The Institute + 7 more superpowered series

When kids develop strange abilities, do you train them, or “study” them so you can figure out how to stop them? Find out what they’re up to at The Institute … and in 7 more superpowered series.

Travel through time with historical dramas on Showmax

Whether you want to live in Downton Abbey, ancient Rome, the Roaring 20s or the Swinging 70s, we have a series for you – including the brand-new Mary & George.

Sparky Xulu channels real emotion as Zenzele in Empini Season 2

Sparky Xulu talks about his role as Zenzele in the Showmax Original series Empini S2, a role he says is shaped by personal loss. Catch new episodes every Tuesday on Showmax. 

5 explosive moments from Empini Season 2 so far

Empini Season 2 hits hard with betrayals, secrets, and twists that keep viewers hooked. Stream it now on Showmax, with new episodes every Tuesday.

Mandisa Nduna on playing a VIP bodyguard on Showmax's Empini

Mandisa "Zulu Mecca" Nduna discusses her role as the formidable and sharp-witted VIP security guard Mbali in Empini Season 2, now streaming on Showmax.

From action to emotion: Nambitha Ben-Mazwi's Empini journey

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi talks about returning to her award-winning role as Ndoni in Empini S2, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Tuesday.

Empini S1-2

Meet Ndoni Themba, who makes it her life's mission to repay her father's betrayal by infiltrating the shady world of VIP security.

Ernest Ndlovu on Empini Season 2: The dark side of politics

Legendary actor Ernest Ndlovu talks about his role as Deputy President Enoch Mbatha in the new season of Showmax Original Empini. S2 lands on 4 March on Showmax.

Mpumi Mpama makes the role of Khaya Bhodoza his own in Empini

Mpumi Mpama talks about his role as the new Khaya Bhodoza in Empini S2, premiering on 4 March on Showmax.

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi's blueprint for a lasting career

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi shares insights on navigating a successful career in the new Showmax Masterclass. Watch her on Empini, ready to binge on Showmax.

Outlaws and Adulting score four global dubbing award nominations

M-Net Physical Productions in association with their partners at TransPerfect have scored four global dubbing award nominations for Showmax Originals Outlaws and Adulting.

Outlaws finale recap: Love turns to betrayal, and blood runs cold

In the explosive finale of Outlaws, Leruo and Moretlo get their weapons and ride off to save Sihle while Bandile reveals the truth to the family. All episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.

Outlaws' Keketso Mpitso on his breakthrough role as Tlali

Keketso Mpitso talks about his breakthrough role as Tlali in Outlaws. All episodes of Outlaws are now available to binge.

Outlaws Season 1 episodes 37-38 recap: "Nothing can come between us"

In episodes 37-38 of Outlaws, Leruo risks it all for Sihle while Dumisani and Kwanele scramble to find her before she ruins their lives. All the episodes of Outlaws are now streaming.