Editor's choice for movies
Live, laugh, swoon: the best romantic comedies now on Showmax
Discover these charming and lovable romcoms now streaming on Showmax, from Definitely Maybe to Notting Hill, 50 First Dates and more.
10 Rotten Tomatoes-approved movies on Showmax: ranked
From Jaws and Kanarie, to Get Out and Minari, these are the freshest movies on Showmax according to Rotten Tomatoes.
10 movies everyone’s watching on Showmax now
Stream these 10 fun, eye-popping movies that your fellow Showmax fans are loving, including Queen & Slim, Babylon, Equalizer 3 and more.
Transformers movies on Showmax: ranked
All seven Transformers movies are ready to stream on Showmax, including the 2007 original and the latest, Rise of the Beasts.
The funniest comedies to stream
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 (2023)
After travelling to Greece for a family reunion, a woman attempts to locate her deceased father’s childhood friends.
No Hard Feelings (2023)
A woman who’s desperate for money accepts a job to get a wealthy couple’s introverted, awkward son out of his shell in this heartfelt comedy.
Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023)
Zachary Levi returns as Shazam in this hilarious sequel. While Billy and his foster siblings learn how to juggle their superhero lives, they face a vengeful trio of ancient gods.
House Party (2023)
Down on their luck and about to lose the roofs over their heads, a group of friends decide to host the party of the year at an exclusive mansion.
Genie (2023)
In this holiday comedy, a workaholic man down on his luck seeks the help of a magical genie to help him with his problems.
80 for Brady (2023)
The real-life story with an all-star cast. Four friends take a wild trip to the Super Bowl to meet Tom Brady, a renowned player in the NFL.
Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul (2022)
In the aftermath of a scandal, the first lady of a megachurch tries to help her pastor husband rebuild the congregation.
Cocaine Bear (2023)
A fun, outrageous action comedy loosely based on actual events. An oddball group must contend with a black bear on a murderous rampage after consuming cocaine.
Looking for something a little more serious?
The Winning Ticket (2024)
A happy family lives simply when their youngest daughter prays for them to win the lotto. Their lives drastically change when they do.
Musangwe (2024)
An arrogant aspiring boxer goes on a journey of self-discovery when he’s introduced to an indigenous bare-knuckle combat sport.
Call Jane (2022)
Based on a true story, Call Jane follows a 1960s Chicago wife who faces a life-threatening pregnancy and fights for her right to an abortion.
Babylon (2022)
An ensemble cast drives this black comedy-drama set during an era of unbridled decadence and depravity in early Hollywood.
Praise This (2023)
An aspiring superstar is forced to join her cousin’s underdog praise team in the lead-up to a national championship competition.
Intlawulo (2024)
When Bucks gets released from prison, he goes on a journey to make amends – but doesn’t account for falling in love with his friend’s sister.
Magic Mike’s Last Dance (2023)
In the final movie in the hit franchise, Mike is bartending after a setback – until he meets a wealthy socialite with a lifetime deal.
Mkhize to Masemola (2023)
Two sons find themselves at the forefront of a battle for the throne when the chief’s first wife does the unthinkable to prove her son is the rightful heir to the Bapedi kingdom.
Showmax Originals you will love
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi stars in Showmax Original Empini
Multi-award winner Nambitha Ben-Mazwi leads new Showmax Original Empini. The action-packed drama series premieres on Showmax 23 May 2024.
Youngins Season 1 episodes 31-33 recap: Revelations
Amo and Mahlatse become a couple, Tumelo ditches Sefako, and Khaya sees both Sefako and Principal Mthembu in a new light in episodes 31-33 of Showmax Original Youngins.
Interview: Knock knock, it’s Youngins’ Tshepo!
Tshepo Matlala talks about how he brings class clown Tshepo’s jokes to life, and what’s behind the mask, in Showmax Original Youngins.
Empini S1
Stream the Showmax Original drama series Empini from 23 May 2024.