Best movies on Showmax
Not sure what to watch? We’ve picked some of our favourites to get you started. From trending films to highly rated hits, cult classics and easy-watching crowdpleasers, this is our pick of the best movies to stream right now. Not seeing anything you like? Browse the full catalogue of movies.
Justice League: Warworld (2023)
An action-packed fantasy animation. Transported to a place of unending brutal gladiatorial combat, Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman must form a resistance and lead the planet to freedom.
The Flash (2023)
Ezra Miller breaks time and space in this superhero epic. Barry Allen uses his super speed to change the past, but his attempt to save his family has unforeseen circumstances.
The Fabelmans (2022)
Renowned filmmaker Steven Spielberg helms this drama. A young man discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of movies helps us see the truth.
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.
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.
Miraculous: Ladybug and Cat Noir: The Movie (2023)
Two teens transformed into superheroes join forces to protect their city from a villain in this animated movie for the whole family.
Musangwe (2024)
An arrogant aspiring boxer goes on a journey of self-discovery when he’s introduced to an indigenous bare-knuckle combat sport.
Supercell (2023)
A teenage boy runs away to follow his father’s footsteps, legendary storm chaser Bill Brody in this action movie.
The Equalizer 3 (2023)
Denzel Washington takes his uniquely brutal brand of justice to Italy in this third and final chapter of The Equalizer movies.
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.
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (2023)
Miles Morales jets across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence.
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023)
Return to the world of Autobots vs Decepticons. During the 90s, a new faction of Transformers, the Maximals, join the battle for Earth.
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning (2023)
Ethan Hunt and his team face their most dangerous mission yet: to track down a terrifying new weapon before it falls into the wrong hands.
Gran Turismo (2023)
An avid gamer has his dream come true by becoming a professional race car driver. Directed by Neill Blomkamp and starring Archie Madekwe.
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.
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.
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.
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