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Stream or download even more of the best African and international entertainment anytime, anywhere.
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Exclusive African Originals
Even more of the biggest original shows you won’t find anywhere else.
Why you’ll love Showmax Entertainment
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Questions? We’ve got you covered.
What is Showmax?Showmax is an ad-free video-on-demand service that brings you a wide array of series, movies, documentaries, Showmax Originals, kids’ shows, and Premier League games. With one low monthly price, you get unlimited access, new content added weekly, and the freedom to watch anytime. Plus, there are no contracts, so you can cancel whenever you wish.
- Does Showmax offer high-definition streaming?
Yes, Showmax has embraced higher viewing resolutions for better quality images. All content is available at 1080p or above, ensuring that you enjoy your favourite shows and movies in crisp, clear high definition.
- Is 5.1 Dolby surround sound available with Showmax?
Showmax offers 5.1 Dolby surround sound, but please note that this feature is only available with the Entertainment plan for all devices and can be experienced on compatible TV systems. This immersive audio experience elevates your viewing, bringing cinematic sound right into your living room.
- How can I pay?
Showmax offers several payment methods to suit your preferences. For now, you can pay with your Visa and MasterCard credit and debit cards, by adding to your DStv bill or using prepaid vouchers. Other payment methods will be communicated after the launch of the New Showmax.
- Can I watch Showmax on multiple devices?
- Showmax provides flexible viewing options to fit your lifestyle. With the Entertainment plan for all devices, you can enjoy streaming on up to two screens simultaneously.
- Our mobile-only plans, which include the Entertainment Mobile plan and Premier League Mobile, are designed for single-screen viewing on a mobile device.
- How do I cancel my Showmax subscription?
While we'd love for you to stay, if you decide to cancel your subscription, the process is straightforward.
- Simply log in to your account at www.showmax.com
- Select your profile avatar and navigate to "Account".
- Under Plans & Payments, select “Manage plan”.
- Select “Cancel plan” to cancel your subscription.
If you require any assistance, our support team is available to help at showmax.com/xx/help.
- How do I download the Showmax app on my smart TV?
To start streaming with Showmax, download our app by following these steps:
- Search for the Showmax app on your smart TV app store.
- Install the free Showmax app that appears in the search results.
- Log in with your Showmax account to enjoy seamless streaming and downloading.
- (You will need to have set up your account on the website showmax.com before logging in on the app.)
- How do I download the Showmax app on my mobile devices?
- Visit the App Store, Google Play or Huawei app Store on your device.
- Launch the App Store, Google Play or Huawei App Store on your device.
- Search for Showmax.
- Install the free Showmax app that appears in the search results.
- Log in with your Showmax account to enjoy seamless streaming and downloading.
- (You will need to have set up your account on the website showmax.com before logging in on the app.)