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Must-watch Picks on Showmax for Your Weekend Binge
Get ready to stream the hottest Showmax Nigerian Originals, international hit series, and blockbuster movies at a steal! For a limited time, Showmax is offering access for just ₦1,000 on mobile or ₦2,000 on multiple devices with the Shikini Season deal. With a deal this good, there’s no excuse not to dive into these must-watch titles.
The Forge| Now Streaming
A young man, stuck at a crossroads after high school, finds himself struggling to carve out a future. With no clear path ahead, he’s challenged by his mother and a successful businessman to take control of his life. Through faith, mentorship, and self-discovery, he comes to realize that his potential is far greater than he ever imagined.
From the creators of War Room, this inspirational drama has resonated with audiences and critics alike, earning over $40 million at the box office against a $5 million budget. A must-watch for anyone looking for a story about purpose, perseverance, and second chances.
Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Between Worlds| New Episodes Thursdays
One moment, Olamide is a fraudster navigating the streets of modern-day Nigeria, and the next, he’s thrust into the ancient kingdom of Ilu Aarin. Ruled by the powerful Oba Ajitoni (Femi Branch) and watched over by the enigmatic Yoruba deity Esu, Olamide finds himself at the center of palace intrigue and supernatural forces beyond his understanding.
Meanwhile, in the present, detective Ifetozamiwa investigates a case that seems to hold mysterious ties to the events unfolding in Ilu Aarin. Rooted in mythology and mystery, Between Worlds is a Showmax Original that redefines fantasy storytelling with a cultural twist.
Kabiyesi| New episodes Fridays
On what should have been the happiest day of her life, Princess Aderiyife’s world is turned upside down by a shocking betrayal. With her kingdom on the brink of chaos, she must decide, will she let fate control her destiny, or will she rise to claim the power that is rightfully hers?
An epic tale of honor, duty, and ambition, Kabiyesi is a gripping drama that explores the weight of leadership, the cost of betrayal, and the fight for a throne that will not be easily won.
Under the Influence| Now Streaming
Dami thought graduating from university would be the start of a new chapter. But after an argument with his older brother, Ayo, he finds himself on an unexpected path, one that leads him straight into the chaotic, fast-paced world of social media fame.
This Showmax Nigerian Original drama stars Iremide Adeoye (WURA), Bobby Ekpe, Eva Ibiam, Dante Okere, Isioma Oke-Nwosu, and Funmbi Oguntoye. Directed and written by Wande Thomas (Lara of Lagos, Napped, The Smart Money Woman 2), Under the Influence is a gripping look at social media’s impact on identity and relationships.
The Day of the Jackal S1 | Mondays until the 17 March finale
Imagine being the best at what you do, so good that no one knows your name, your face, or where you’ll strike next. That’s the Jackal. A ghost and a myth. But someone is watching. Tracking his every move. Connecting the dots no one else has. And for the first time, the hunter is at risk of becoming the hunted.
Eddie Redmayne delivers a chilling performance as the ruthless hitman, while Lashana Lynch plays the relentless intelligence officer determined to stop him. The stakes? Sky-high. The chase? Nonstop. The tension? You’ll be holding your breath. This isn’t just another spy thriller; it is a spy thriller. Catch it while you can.
Mr. Robot S1-4 | Now Streaming
A hoodie. A laptop. A plan to take down the entire financial system. Elliot is a genius hacker, but his mind is just as dangerous as the world he’s trying to expose. What starts as a simple cyber attack quickly turns into something way bigger, and soon, he’s questioning everything, including himself.
This show doesn’t just have plot twists; it is a plot twist. The kind that makes you sit there in shock, rewatching scenes like, “Wait… WHAT?” If you love psychological thrillers, conspiracy theories, and stories that mess with your head, you need to watch this.
A Very Royal Scandal | Now Streaming
Imagine walking into a room, confident you’re about to set the record straight. The cameras roll, the questions come, and within minutes, everything unravels. That was Prince Andrew in 2019. What was meant to be a carefully managed interview with journalist Emily Maitlis turned into a royal disaster, a conversation so shocking it made headlines around the world.
This three-part series pulls you into the tension of those final days before the interview, the desperate attempts at damage control, and the fallout that followed. With Michael Sheen as Prince Andrew and Ruth Wilson as the journalist who asked the questions no one could ignore, it’s a gripping look at power, privilege, and the moment it all went wrong.
Bonus: Award-winning and Blockbuster Hits
If you’re looking for more great shows, these are worth watching. The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring streams from March 19 and follows Rachel Lee, the teenager behind Hollywood’s celebrity burglaries, as she finally shares her story. Taylor Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music streams from March 26 and is a unique concert that tells 240 years of American history through music. Gangs of London returns for Season 3 on March 25, with the city’s underworld thrown into chaos after a deadly drug shipment.
So get ready for a month of nonstop entertainment! Whether you’re in the mood for drama, action, or a mind-blowing thriller, Showmax has you covered. And with the Showmax Shikini Season deal, you can stream for just ₦1,000 on mobile or ₦2,000 on all devices. So, what’s first on your watchlist? Sign up now at www.showmax.com/deals.
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From Courtrooms to Chaos: Suits LA Brings Hollywood’s Power Struggle to Your Screen on Showmax
In Hollywood, reputation is everything, and for entertainment lawyer Ted Black, keeping the biggest names in showbiz out of trouble is his full-time job. Suits LA takes the high-stakes legal drama of the original series and raises the bar, moving the action from New York’s corporate towers to Los Angeles’ power circles, where one bad deal could mean the end of a career.
Led by Teen Choice winner Stephen Amell (Arrow), Suits LA follows Ted as he navigates a cutthroat industry where billion-dollar contracts, scandalous lawsuits, and celebrity egos collide. The legal drama also features Gabriel Macht reprising his fan-favourite role as Harvey Spectre, alongside appearances from real-life Hollywood elites. With its gripping storytelling, the Suits franchise expands into new, high-stakes territory that’s already one of IMDb’s Most Anticipated New TV Shows of 2025.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
But while Suits LA brings power struggles to the courtroom, here are other must-watch titles that explore the battle for control, survival, and dominance in different ways:
Yellowjackets S1-3 | New Episodes Saturdays
What happens when survival instincts take over, and the line between humanity and savagery blurs? Yellowjackets tells the gripping tale of a high school girls’ soccer team whose plane crashes deep in the wilderness, leaving them to fend for themselves. As the story unfolds in two timelines, the past, where their descent into chaos begins, and the present, where the survivors struggle with the haunting aftermath, dark secrets and unsettling truths come to light.
Starring Emmy nominees Melanie Lynskey, Christina Ricci, and Juliette Lewis, alongside Yellowjackets breakout star Sophie Thatcher (also seen in Heretic), the series masterfully blends psychological horror, mystery, and drama. Described by The Guardian as “a chilling mix of Lost and Lord of the Flies,” Yellowjackets keeps audiences on edge with every twist.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
The White Lotus S3 | New Episodes Monday Nights
Far from Nigeria’s mystical past, another world of power and deception unfolds in Thailand, where the guests of The White Lotus resort check in for what they believe will be a luxurious escape. Instead, their secrets, ambitions, and betrayals set off a chain of events that none of them could have foreseen.
Winner of 15 Emmys, the critically acclaimed series returns with a new cast, including Emmy nominees Carrie Coon, Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, and Walton Goggins, alongside BAFTA winner Aimee Lou Wood. As TimeOut puts it, “Much as we’ll all miss Jennifer Coolidge, RIP Tanya, the third run of The White Lotus should be February’s most talked-about telly.”
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Heretic | Now Streaming
The fight for survival takes an even darker turn in Heretic. Two young missionaries knock on a door, hoping to share their faith, but instead, they step into a nightmare. What follows is a chilling test of belief and endurance as they become trapped in a house where nothing is as it seems.
Featuring Hugh Grant in a terrifying role alongside Sophie Thatcher (Yellowjackets) and Chloe East (The Fabelmans), Heretic was named one of Rotten Tomatoes’ top horror films of 2024. Men’s Health raves, “Arguably [Hugh Grant’s] best performance from the last decade,” while Empire Magazine warns, “You’ll never watch Notting Hill the same way again.”
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire | Now Streaming
While humans fight their battles in courtrooms and luxury resorts, another kind of war is brewing beneath the Earth. Godzilla and Kong, once bitter rivals, must now unite against a powerful new enemy that threatens their very existence. Featuring BAFTA winner Rebecca Hall, Oscar nominee Brian Tyree Henry, and Teen Choice winner Dan Stevens (Downton Abbey), this film was among the ten biggest box office hits of 2024 and earned a Best Fantasy Film nomination at the 2025 Saturn Awards. With jaw-dropping action sequences and stunning visual effects, Godzilla X Kong delivers pure blockbuster spectacle.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
From Hollywood power struggles to high-stakes resorts and monster showdowns, Showmax has something for everyone. And with the Shikini Offer, you can stream it all for less.
Get Showmax Mobile for just ₦1,000 or enjoy the multiple-device plan for ₦2,000. Don’t wait—sign up now at www.showmax.com/deals to get started. or download the Showmax app to start watching today.
Title-chasing Arsenal will, on Sunday, host London rivals, Chelsea, in a Premier League clash of huge importance to both teams. The match, which kicks off at 2.30 PM, is available for live streaming on Showmax. Second-placed Arsenal, who trail league leaders, Liverpool, by a whopping 15 points, are convinced that they still can win the Premier League title despite the recent indifferent form.
The Mikel Arteta-coached side have won only two of their last five games, losing one and drawing two to leave them with a mountain to climb. A victory over Chelsea would narrow the gap between them and Liverpool, who do not play in the Premier League until April, to 12 points. Anything short of that is a further erosion of their already slender chances of the title.
Chelsea, who have been inconsistent after a bright start to the season, moved into the Champions League places last weekend on the back of a labored 1-0 victory over relegation-threatened Leicester. They will have to be at their best against determined, even if injury-ravaged Arsenal, to get anything from the game and keep alive their hopes of playing Champions League football next season.
Another London derby is available on Sunday when Fulham host Tottenham Hotspur at 2.30 PM. On Saturday, Premier League defending champions, Manchester City, host the fearless Brighton, who have caused headaches for bigger teams this season under coach Fabian Hürzeler. The match is available for live streaming at 4 PM. The wheels have come off City’s campaign, as they sit fifth on the table and are at the risk of missing out on the Champions League if things do not improve fast.
Also available for live streaming at the same time are games between relegation candidates, Ipswich and implausibly third-placed Nottingham Forest; Southampton at home to Wolves as well as rejuvenated Everton at home to West Ham. The day’s diet of live games comes to an end with the impressive Andoni Iraola-managed Bournemouth hosting Thomas Frank’s often resilient Brentford side.
This season, Bournemouth, ninth on the log, have been impressive at home, beating Manchester City, Arsenal and smashing Newcastle 4-1 away from home. Their recent form has been dire with three losses and one win in five games. Brentford, who sit 12th, have no relegation worries. They have won two wins and two losses from the last five games.
The weekend games will end with the doomed Leicester City hosting the wretched Manchester United, who sit in an unfamiliar 14th position. Kick-off is at 8 PM. Fans can catch all the weekend’s action, live on Showmax Premier League mobile. Sign up at www.showmax.com.
A new Nollywood short film, Amira, is set to confront the realities of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a practice that continues to affect millions of women and girls worldwide. With some of Nigeria’s most prominent filmmakers backing the project, the film aims to shed light on an issue that is often shrouded in silence.
Acclaimed industry figures Imoh Umoren, James Omokwe, Remi Ibinola, and Obinna Okerekeocha have joined the production as executive producers, supporting the vision of director Michael Ichie Panda Okolie and screenwriter Osas Idubor.
According to writer Osas Idubor, Amira is not just a story—it is a reflection of a harsh reality.
“This film gives voice to those who have been silenced. FGM is not just a distant issue; it is happening in communities across Africa and beyond. We cannot afford to look away,” Idubor said.
A Rare Cinematic Approach to FGM
Despite its prevalence, FGM remains a sensitive and often overlooked topic in mainstream African cinema. Director Michael Ichie Panda Okolie says Amira takes an unflinching look at the physical and emotional impact of the practice.
“This is more than just a film; it’s about bringing a critical issue into public discourse,” Okolie stated.
Executive producer James Omokwe believes Nollywood can play a crucial role in shaping conversations about social change.
“Film has the power to challenge norms and shift perspectives. We want Amira to open up discussions that lead to real awareness and action,” Omokwe said.
A Widespread Issue, A Global Conversation
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 200 million women and girls have undergone FGM globally, with millions more at risk. While the practice is illegal in several countries, it continues due to deep-rooted cultural and societal norms.
By telling Amira’s story, the filmmakers hope to challenge these norms and encourage dialogue about the long-term consequences of FGM.
“We are using storytelling as a tool for change. The more we talk about FGM, the harder it becomes to ignore,” said executive producer Obinna Okerekeocha.
Production and Release Plans
Filming for Amira is set to begin in April 2025, with the project expected to make its way to international film festivals upon completion.
While the film industry has often shied away from topics like FGM, the creators of Amira believe it is time for Nollywood to take on stories that not only entertain but also challenge and inform audiences.
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