From music competitions to mockumentaries, this June 2025’s Showmax series line-up is stacked with fresh content across every genre.
Whether you’re following the electrifying live performances on Nigerian Idol S10, diving into the thrill of Special Ops: Lioness S2, or laughing your way through Hacks S4, there’s something for every kind of viewer.
So, get ready to binge captivating dramas, bold reality shows, and hard-hitting documentaries.
Here are 16 Series you can stream on Showmax in June 2025
1. Nigerian Idol Season 10 – Sundays at 20:00 on Showmax and Africa Magic (DStv Channel 151)
The live shows for Nigerian Idol Season 10 began on 25 May 2025, featuring the top 10 contestants: Boss Lady, Brammy, Ellacentric, Jkenova, Kristopher, Lawrence, Mikki, Purp, Raymu, and Sally. The season opened with a group performance of “This Is Me” from The Greatest Showman, followed by individual performances of Billboard hits, including Nigerian songs like “Finesse” by Pheelz and “Love Nwantiti” by CKay.
A special anniversary twist brought D’banj, a former Billboard chart-topper, to join judges Ric Hassani and Iyanya. Hosted by IK Osakioduwa, the show continues weekly, culminating in the grand finale in July 2025. Fans can vote for their favorite contestants.
Watch Lawrence’s performance of “Xtra Cool” by Young John:
2. 100 Foot Wave Season 3 – Binge from Thursday, 5 June 2025 on Showmax
100 Foot Wave Season 3 follows big wave surfer Garrett McNamara, his wife Nicole, and fellow surfers in Nazaré, Portugal, as they push the limits of their sport.
Directed by Chris Smith (HBO’s Branson) and executive produced by Joe Lewis (Fleabag), the series won Outstanding Cinematography at the Emmys for two consecutive years.
It was also nominated for Outstanding Sports Programme by the Producers Guild of America. Decider praises its stunning visuals and deep dive into the lives of professional surfers.
Watch the trailer below:
3. The Mommy Club NBO – Fridays from 30 May 2025 on Showmax
The Mommy Club NBO, a Showmax Original, explores the lives of five affluent Kenyan mothers—Jackie Matubia, DJ Pierra Makena, Carey Priscilla, Lynne Njihia, and Ofentse Tsipa—as they juggle parenting, careers, and glamour in Nairobi. Ofentse is the sister of Lemogang Tsipa, star of Shaka iLembe. The series follows successful editions in South Africa and Tanzania.
Watch the trailer below:
4. Hacks Season 4 – Binge from Friday, 6 June 2025 on Showmax
Hacks Season 4, a critically acclaimed comedy with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes rating, follows Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava (Hannah Einbinder) as they work to launch their late-night show.
Jean Smart has won Best Actress Emmys for every season, and Einbinder earned a Best Supporting Actress Critics Choice Award in 2025. The Guardian calls it both hilarious and emotionally raw.
Watch the trailer below:
5. Doc Season 1 – Mondays at 19:00 from 9 June 2025 on M-Net, then express to Showmax
Doc Season 1 stars Molly Parker as Dr. Amy Larsen, who awakens after a car accident with no memory of the past eight years.
Co-starring Omar Metwally and Jon-Michael Ecker, this Fox drama, based on an Italian series and a true story, was Fox’s highest-rated new drama this season. Variety praises its fresh take on a doctor navigating personal and professional challenges.
Watch the trailer below:
6. Funny Woman Season 2 – Binge from Monday, 9 June 2025 on Showmax
Funny Woman Season 2 follows BAFTA nominee Gemma Arterton as Barbara Parker/Sophie Straw, a 1960s comedian navigating fame and personal challenges in London. Based on Nick Hornby’s Funny Girl and created by Morwenna Banks, the season introduces Gemma Whelan and Tim Key to the cast.
Watch the trailer below:
7. Boyzone: Life, Death & Boybands – Binge from Wednesday, 11 June 2025 on Showmax
Boyzone: Life, Death & Boybands is a three-part mini-series exploring the rise and fall of the iconic boyband. Featuring interviews with Ronan Keating, Keith Duffy, Shane Lynch, Michael Graham, and manager Louis Walsh, it covers their 25 million record sales, Stephen Gately’s coming out, and his tragic death.
With an 8/10 IMDb score, The Guardian calls it “gripping.”
Watch the trailer below:
8. Iyanu Season 1 – Binge from Friday, 13 June 2025 on Showmax
Iyanu, a Showmax Original, is an animated series drawing on Nigerian culture and mythology. It follows teenage orphan Iyanu as she discovers her divine powers to save Yorubaland.
Featuring an all-African voice cast led by Serah Johnson, it ranked #1 on Cartoon Network and top 10 on Max in the US. Screenrant compares it to The Last Airbender and Black Panther.
Watch the trailer below:
9. Chimp Crazy Season 1 – Binge from Friday, 13 June 2025 on Showmax
Chimp Crazy, a four-part HBO documentary from Tiger King director Eric Goode, follows Tonia Haddix, a former nurse caring for chimpanzees, in a saga involving PETA, local authorities, and actor Alan Cumming.
With an 86% Rotten Tomatoes rating, The New York Times praises its nuanced look at animal welfare and human obsession.
Watch the trailer below:
10. Mr Throwback Season 1 – Binge from Monday, 16 June 2025 on Showmax
Mr Throwback stars Adam Pally as a memorabilia dealer reconnecting with NBA legend Stephen Curry, who plays himself, in a mockumentary series.
Co-starring Ego Nwodim, it has an 86% Rotten Tomatoes rating. Paste calls it warm, funny, and resonant, highlighting Curry’s comedic talent.
Watch the trailer below:
11. Special Ops: Lioness Season 2 – Binge from Friday, 20 June 2025 on Showmax
Special Ops: Lioness Season 2 stars Zoe Saldaña as Joe McNamara, leading an all-women CIA team. Created by Taylor Sheridan, it features Morgan Freeman, Nicole Kidman, and Michael Kelly.
The season follows their fight against a new threat, with Joe facing personal sacrifices. It was Paramount+’s most-watched global series at launch.
Watch the trailer below:
12. Tokyo Vice Season 2 – Binge from Monday, 23 June on Showmax
Tokyo Vice Season 2 follows journalist Jake Adelstein (Ansel Elgort) in Tokyo’s criminal underworld. With Ken Watanabe and Rinko Kikuchi, the final season has a 93% Rotten Tomatoes rating. Vulture praises its riveting narrative and 1990s Tokyo setting.
Watch the trailer below:
13. The Valley Season 1 – Binge from Tuesday, 24 June 2025 on Showmax
The Valley, a Vanderpump Rules spin-off, follows friends navigating parenthood and relationships in the Valley. Featuring Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright, and Kristen Doute, it was Bravo’s most-watched series premiere in nearly a decade.
Watch the trailer below:
14. The Rehearsal Season 2 – Binge from Wednesday, 25 June 2025 on Showmax
The Rehearsal Season 2 follows Nathan Fielder as he helps people prepare for life’s big moments through elaborate simulations. With a 97% Rotten Tomatoes rating, The Guardian calls it TV’s most fascinating show.
Watch the trailer below:
15. Een Keer Om Die Son Season 1 – Binge from Wednesday, 25 June 2025 on Showmax
Een Keer Om Die Son follows a family facing tragedy over a year. Co-created by Ivan Botha and Donnalee Roberts, it stars Jacques Bessenger and Jana Kruger. The kykNET drama has been renewed for a second season.
Watch the trailer below:
16. The Equalizer Season 5 – Binge from Friday, 27 June 2025 on Showmax
The Equalizer Season 5, the final season, stars Queen Latifah as Robyn McCall, a vigilante helping those in need. With new cast member Michael Michele and a guest appearance by Titus Welliver, it earned a People’s Choice nomination. Latifah won Outstanding Actress at the 2025 Image Awards.
Watch the trailer below:
Well, there you have it, 16 series you can stream on Showmax in June 2025. Which one of these are you most looking forward to? Leave a comment below and let me know.
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