Not everyone enjoys romantic movies. Some prefer mysteries, shocking scandals, and real-life crime stories that keep them on edge. If you’re looking for intense investigations, high-stakes deception, and compelling drama, these must-watch shows on Showmax deliver.

Mr. Robot S1-4 | Now Streaming

The battle isn’t always fought in the streets; sometimes, it’s online. Winner of two Golden Globes and three Emmys, Mr. Robot follows Elliot Alderson (Rami Malek), a cybersecurity expert with crippling anxiety who gets pulled into an underground hacker collective led by the enigmatic Mr. Robot (Christian Slater). But the deeper he goes, the blurrier the lines between reality and illusion become. 

Hailed as one of the best TV series of the decade, Mr. Robot keeps you questioning everything you think you know.

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6HGuJC–rk

The Ringleader The Case of the Bling Ring | First on Showmax | Stream from Wednesday, 19 March

The Case of the Bling Ring. They weren’t just fans; they wanted to live like their idols. This real-life documentary tells the shocking story of the Hollywood teenagers who robbed A-list celebrities, including Paris Hilton, Orlando Bloom, and Lindsay Lohan, stealing millions in designer goods. Featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage, this deep dive into the infamous Bling Ring scandal explores how obsession with fame led to one of the most bizarre crime sprees in Hollywood history.

Directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Erin Lee Carr (Britney vs Spears), this HBO documentary has an 83% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLSBJLnTOTM

The Famous Five | Binge from Friday, 21 March

For decades, The Famous Five has been the ultimate adventure series for young detectives in the making. Now, the classic Enid Blyton stories get a fresh, modern twist, following Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and Timmy the dog as they stumble into dangerous secrets, hidden treasures, and criminal plots.

Packed with nostalgia, action, and smart storytelling, this new adaptation captures the heart of the beloved series while introducing it to a new generation. 

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0pB65MSkWI

Brilliant Minds | Binge from Monday, 24 March

Not all doctors heal with medicine. In Brilliant Minds, we step inside the world of a neurologist unlike any other, one who can literally feel his patients’ emotions. Starring Hedda Stiernstedt and Charlie Gustafsson, this gripping medical drama combines groundbreaking science with intense personal battles, showing that sometimes, the mind holds more mysteries than we realise.

The critically acclaimed series holds a 94% overall critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes and has been recognised for its fresh take on medical drama. Vox included it in its roundup of “21 TV Shows That Explained the 2010s,” calling it “one of the most prescient shows to emerge.”

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0Vqeikrij4

The Righteous Gemstones S4 | First on Showmax | Mondays from 24 March

Faith, family, and fraud, it’s all part of the business when you’re running a megachurch. Created by Danny McBride, The Righteous Gemstones follows a family of televangelists whose extravagant lifestyles are funded by their devoted congregation. But as scandals unfold, secrets spill, and their empire teeters on collapse, the Gemstones must fight to keep their kingdom intact.

With multiple Emmy nominations and a cast that includes John Goodman, Adam Devine, and Edi Patterson, this dark comedy delivers both laughs and shocking revelations.

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnRa29-wjaM

Gangs of London S3 | First on Showmax | Binge from Tuesday, 25 March

The Emmy-nominated and BAFTA-winning series Gangs of London returns for its third season as chaos erupts in London after a spiked shipment of cocaine kills hundreds.

Returning cast includes Critics Choice Super nominee Sopẹ́ Dìrísù, BAFTA nominees Joe Cole and Lucian Msamati, and Michelle Fairley (Game of Thrones’ Catelyn Stark). Joining them this season are Irish Film and Television Award winner Richard Dormer (Blue Lights, Game of Thrones) and Critics Choice Super nominees Andrew Koji (Warrior) and T’Nia Miller (The Fall of the House of Usher).

Holding an 86% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8/10 score on IMDb, Gangs of London has been praised for its gripping storytelling and intense action sequences. NME describes it as “Game of Thrones but without the dragons.

Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5l2iYDb59Jc

Whether it’s daring adventures, digital warfare, or medical breakthroughs, Showmax has something for every mystery and true crime fan.

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The 33rd edition of Africa’s premier boxing show, GOtv Boxing Night, will hold at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Indoor Sports Hall of the Teslim Balogun Stadium.

This was announced in a statement on Wednesday by the organisers, Flykite Productions.

The event will feature household names on the boxing landscape like Sikiru “Omo Iya Eleja” Shogbesan, Nigeria’s first graduate boxer; Williams “Kaki” Amosu, Sodiq Adeleke, Sadiq Oyakojo, Lateef “Latest” Azeez and female boxing sensation, Ayisat Oriyomi.

The statement quoted Bamidele Johnson, Flykite Productions Chief Operating Officer, saying that arrangements are still being made to add more boxers to the bout line-up.

He noted that the boxers selected are some of the best in their weight divisions and are ready to give a good account of themselves on the event day.“Many of the boxers here are high on the local and continental rankings. They are young, hungry for glory, and have the talent to achieve their goals.

We are going to have really cracking fights that will delight the fans,” Johnson stated.The boxers signed their respective contracts on Wednesday at a brief but classy ceremony at Flykite Productions’ office in Lagos.

Since January, GOtv has been talking about the Step Up offer, but let’s be honest, most people just hear “Upgrade and get more channels” and keep it moving. Sounds nice, but what does it actually mean?

Here’s what you might not know. When you step up, you don’t just get extra channels, you also stand a chance to get Showmax for free. Yes, free. No extra cost, no hidden charges, just you, your screen, and an all-access pass to even more entertainment. But we’ll get to that in a second.

Let’s talk about Step Up first. You pay for one package, and for a limited time, GOtv bumps you up to a higher one. No extra charge, just an instant upgrade to more of the good things, like better movies, bigger football matches, and shows that make screen time actually worth it. It’s like booking an economy flight and somehow landing in business class.

And it’s not just any random channels. We’re talking Africa Magic Showcase and ROK for the Nollywood lovers, BET and MTV Base for music and pop culture lovers, and of course, SuperSport Football and SuperSport LaLiga for the die-hard football fans who don’t play about their games. Basically, the kind of lineup that makes you wonder how you ever survived without it.

Now, about standing a chance to get Showmax for free. If you’re lucky enough, stepping up could also give you access to some of the most talked-about shows right now, such as Gangs of London, It Ends With Us, Abigail, and many more.

So yes, Step Up isn’t just about “more channels.” It’s about getting the kind of entertainment that makes you forget what time it is. And if you’re lucky? You won’t just be watching on GOtv, you’ll have Showmax too. All it takes is a quick upgrade.

Simply download the MyGOtv app or dial *288# to subscribe, reconnect, or Step Up your package. And if you don’t want to miss a moment, the GOtv Stream App lets you catch your favourite shows anytime, anywhere.