Showmax viewers can expect a diverse lineup of critically acclaimed cinema and homegrown content this month

Showmax is set to deliver a compelling September lineup featuring award winning films and original local productions. The month’s offerings span multiple genres, from intimate character dramas to high octane action thrillers. Leading the charge is a South African comedy premiering September 5th that puts a fresh spin on workplace dynamics.

Khaki Fever

The film follows a group of game rangers competing to see who can attract the most tourists during a season, with the winner earning the title “King of Khaki” along with their colleagues’ collective tips. The challenge becomes complicated by Anel, a conservative lodge manager who has made it clear that fraternising with guests results in immediate termination.

The production showcases notable South African talent, including SAFTA nominee Christopher Japhta as Daniel and Francois Jacobs, who earned his first Silwerskerm award for his role as Albie. The film, which sold out its premiere at Silwerskerm, represents the second comedy from director Brett Michael Innes, who previously won SAFTA awards for Best Film twice.

The Brutalist

Also arriving September 5th is a film bringing considerable critical acclaim. The production earned three Oscars, including Best Actor for Adrien Brody and three Golden Globes, including Best Picture. The story follows László Toth, a Hungarian Jewish architect who emigrates to the United States after surviving the Holocaust, only to discover that his European reputation doesn’t easily translate to his new Pennsylvania surroundings.

Conclave

Streaming from September 8th, this thriller dominated this year’s awards season with eight Oscar nominations and a win for Best Adapted Screenplay. The story explores the secretive process of selecting a new pope, with Ralph Fiennes earning Screen Actors Guild recognition for his portrayal of Cardinal Lawrence. The film’s ensemble cast includes Oscar nominees Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini.

September 5

Drawing from real events during the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, this film arriving September 11th examines how an American sports broadcasting team adapted to cover the hostage situation involving Israeli athletes, exploring the decisive moment that transformed media coverage practices. The production earned Oscar nominations for Best Original Screenplay and received a 92% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Den of Thieves: Pantera

Action enthusiasts can look forward to this September 15th release, which reunites Gerard Butler and O’Shea Jackson Jr. for a diamond heist thriller. The sequel expands on the 2018 original with an international setting and higher stakes.

The Unbreakable Boy

Streaming September 21st, this film tells the story of Scott and Teresa, parents navigating their son Austin’s dual diagnosis of autism and brittle bone disease. The production features People’s Choice nominee Zachary Levi alongside Emmy nominee Meghann Fahy, with young actor Jacob Laval winning the 2025 Young Artist Award for his performance as Austin.

Thelma

Available September 22nd, this film offers a unique take on the action genre with 94-year-old June Squibb playing a grandmother seeking justice after being scammed. The film earned Squibb recognition at the Critics Choice Super Awards, with the actress performing most of her own stunts.

Iyanu: The Age of Wonders

Debuting September 26th, this animated feature represents another significant entry in African storytelling. Set 500 years before the rise of Iyanu, the film transports viewers to Yorubaland during its magical civilisation’s peak. The production features an all-Nigerian voice cast, including Shaffy Bello and African Movie Academy Awards winner Adesua Etomi-Wellington.