Showmax’s August 2025 lineup features a diverse range of content, including high-profile films, award-nominated series, original reality shows, and new seasons of viewer favorites.[1]
Among the standout highlights are:
- Anora, the Best Picture Oscar winner, leads the movie slate.
- The Pitt and 1923, both 2025 Emmy nominees with a combined 15 nominations, are new additions to the streaming platform.[1]
- Reality content is strong with the arrival of Vaal Riviera (a Showmax Original fresh from its Silwerskerm premiere), Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, and new seasons of local favorites.
- The much-anticipated Peacemaker Season 2 starring John Cena is available express from the US.[1]
- Music lovers can look forward to the Emmy-nominated special The Weeknd: Live at Sofi Stadium.[1]
- The documentary lineup includes critically acclaimed titles such as My Mom Jayne and Telemarketers.[1]
- Popular DStv series like Queen Modjadji and Sibongile & The Dlaminis Season 2 are also available to stream.[1]
- Kiddie programming expands with Takalani Sesame in four South African languages.[1]
Reality TV remains a major focus for Showmax in July and August, with titles such as:
- Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together (First on Showmax), which explores the couple’s renewed romance and family life.
- Love Island: Beyond the Villa, an exclusive spinoff following the lives of Season 6’s Islanders as they navigate fame and relationships in Los Angeles.
- Big Brother Naija Season 10, streaming live on Showmax across Africa, offering a comprehensive viewing experience including 24/7 streams, daily highlights, and eviction shows.[5]
In East Africa, Showmax is also showcasing regional content, including the Emmy-nominated medical drama The Pitt and a local Showmax Original youth drama Reckless, with new episodes weekly.[7]