Showmax has unveiled its February content lineup, featuring a mix of blockbuster movies, award-winning stand-up specials, and high-profile documentaries. The streaming platform is set to offer a diverse selection of films and series catering to different audiences, including family-friendly animations, horror thrillers, true-crime documentaries, and nostalgic classics.

Major Highlights of the February Lineup

Among the most anticipated titles is Despicable Me 4, the latest installment in the globally popular animation franchise. Also making its debut on Showmax is Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy, a documentary exploring the rise of music mogul Sean Combs and the controversies surrounding him. For stand-up comedy fans, Alex Edelman: Just for Us, which won the 2024 Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special, is another significant addition.

Music enthusiasts will find Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple particularly interesting, as it follows the career of the musician and activist best known for his role in Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band and his activism against apartheid.

Content Schedule: What to Expect Each Week

3–9 February: Family-Friendly and Horror Thrillers

Tiddler (3 February): An animated adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s children’s book, Tiddler tells the story of a little fish who uses his storytelling skills to find his way back home. The film is narrated by Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham.
Night Swim (6 February): A horror thriller about a former baseball player who moves into a new home, only to discover that the backyard pool hides a deadly secret. Produced by horror icons James Wan (Saw) and Jason Blum (Get Out), the film stars Wyatt Russell and Oscar nominee Kerry Condon.
Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy (7 February): This documentary provides a deep dive into Sean Combs’ early life, rise to fame, and the legal battles that continue to follow him. Featuring exclusive footage and insider accounts, the film aims to give viewers a more nuanced perspective on the hip-hop mogul.

Showmax's February lineup includes blockbuster movies, award-winning stand-up, documentaries, horror, family films, and classics like *Despicable Me 4*.

10–16 February: Classic Adaptations and Nostalgic Cinema

Harold and the Purple Crayon (11 February): The first feature-length adaptation of the beloved children’s book follows Harold, a young boy who discovers that his drawings can come to life. The film stars Zachary Levi, Zooey Deschanel, Alfred Molina, and Jemaine Clement.
She Came to Me (17 February): A romantic comedy starring Peter Dinklage, Anne Hathaway, and Marisa Tomei, centered on an opera composer, a psychiatrist, and a tugboat captain whose lives intertwine in unexpected ways.

17–23 February: Big-Name Releases

Despicable Me 4 (20 February): The latest entry in the Despicable Me franchise sees Gru and his family facing off against a new villain, Maxime Le Mal. Steve Carell and Kristen Wiig return to voice Gru and Lucy, with Will Ferrell and Sofia Vergara joining the cast.
Alex Edelman: Just for Us (19 February): A stand-up special based on Edelman’s Tony Award-winning solo Broadway show, which recounts his experience infiltrating a meeting of white nationalists.

24–28 February: Documentaries and Crime Thrillers

Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple (26 February): A documentary on the career and activism of Stevie Van Zandt, featuring interviews with Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Bono, and others.
Being Mary Tyler Moore (26 February): A documentary on the life and career of Mary Tyler Moore, chronicling her groundbreaking contributions to television.
Marmalade (24 February): A crime thriller starring Stranger Things’ Joe Keery about a convict telling the story of his past crimes in an attempt to secure his escape from prison.

Classic Films Returning to Showmax

Showmax is also bringing back a selection of popular films, including:

The Joker (starring Joaquin Phoenix)
Suicide Squad, Superman Returns, and Wonder Woman (from 13 February)
The Nun and Friday the 13th (from 10 February)
F9: The Fast Saga (from 27 February)
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (from 5 February)
A Star Is Born (from 3 February)
Beetlejuice (from 5 February)
The Color Purple and The Bodyguard (from 3 February)

Awards Recognition and Showmax Titles in the Spotlight

Several Showmax titles have been recognized at major film awards. Dune: Part Two was named Rotten Tomatoes’ Best Movie of 2024 and is currently up for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Meanwhile, Dev Patel’s Monkey Man won the Golden Tomato for Best Action & Adventure Movie.

Upcoming releases in March include Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and Heretic, both of which are expected to generate significant interest among subscribers.