Showmax is packing a punch this December with a lineup that caters to all tastes. From heartwarming classics to action-packed thrillers and thought-provoking dramas, there’s something for everyone. Let’s dive into the highlights:
Fresh from the Big Screen:
Wonka (Available December 6th): Dive into the whimsical world of a young Willy Wonka (Timothée Chalamet) brimming with chocolatey dreams in this prequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
For the Action Junkies:
The Killer (Available December 2nd): Legendary director John Woo returns with an English-language reimagining of his 1989 Hong Kong classic. Nathalie Emmanuel stars as a mysterious assassin entangled in a dangerous conspiracy.
Psychological Thrillers:
Eileen (Available December 2nd): Critics are raving about this “anti-Christmas movie” starring Thomasin McKenzie and Anne Hathaway. A young secretary becomes captivated by a glamorous new counselor at a boys’ correctional facility, leading to a dangerous obsession.
Family Fun:
IF (Available December 9th): This heartwarming adventure follows a young girl who can see everyone’s imaginary friends and embarks on a mission to reunite them with their kids. Ryan Reynolds lends his voice to one of the fantastical imaginary friends, alongside an all-star cast.
Comedy Central:
John Early: Now More Than Ever (Available December 12th): John Early brings his signature blend of humor to his first HBO comedy special. Featuring stand-up routines, explosive song covers, and hilarious backstage sketches, this special is guaranteed to leave you in stitches.
Music Doc Fans:
Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero (Available December 12th): Get an intimate look at the rise of genre-bending artist Lil Nas X as he navigates fame, his place in LGBTQ+ history, and the pressures of staying true to himself.
Classics Never Go Out of Style:
Throughout December, Showmax is adding a selection of beloved classics to its library, including:
Bridget Jones’s Diary (Available December 5th): Renée Zellweger stars in this iconic rom-com.
The Hunger Games (Available December 9th): Jennifer Lawrence leads the charge in this thrilling young adult franchise.
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (Available December 9th): Steven Spielberg’s heartwarming classic about an alien visitor.
Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (Available December 9th): This stop-motion animation film won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature.
The Big Lebowski (Available December 26th): The Coen brothers’ cult classic starring Jeff Daniels as “The Dude.”
Being John Malkovich (Available December 30th): Spike Jonze’s mind-bending film that earned three Oscar nominations.
Shakespeare in Love (Available January 2nd): Gwyneth Paltrow and Judi Dench won Oscars for this romantic comedy.
Looking Ahead to January:
The new year brings even more excitement to Showmax with:
A Quiet Place: Day One (Available December 20th): Lupita Nyong’o stars in this prequel to the terrifying alien invasion series.
The Colour Purple (Available December 23rd): This musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of extraordinary women overcoming hardship.
Dune: Part Two (Available January 1st): The epic saga continues as Paul Atreides seeks to prevent a devastating future.
Back to Black (Available December 30th): This biopic charts the rise and fall of the talented but troubled Amy Winehouse.
Your Lucky Day (Available January 9th): A lottery win turns deadly in this high-stakes thriller starring Angus Cloud.
The Last Rifleman (Available January 6th): Pierce Brosnan stars as a World War II veteran on a journey of closure.
One Life (Available January 6th): Anthony Hopkins tells the true story of Nicholas Winton, who rescued hundreds of Jewish children from the Nazis.
Ramy Youssef: More Feelings (Available January 8th): The comedian returns to the stage with his insightful observations on the world.
Breathe (Available January 13th): Jennifer Hudson and Quvenzhané Wallis fight for survival in a future with no oxygen.
The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial (Available January 23rd): Kiefer Sutherland stars in this adaptation of Herman Wouk’s legal drama.