From Heists to H*micides: Check Out November's Best Crime Thrillers on Showmax

  From Heists to H*micides: Check Out November's Best Crime Thrillers on Showmax

 

Calling all armchair sleuths, mystery lovers, and thrill-seekers! This November, Showmax brings you a lineup of crime dramas and thrillers that are too juicy to miss—for as low as N1,600 you can access this service on your mobile device only. So, grab your magnifying glass, get your detective notebook ready, and prepare to unravel some mysteries from the comfort of your couch.

 These five must-watch crime shows on Showmax will have you learning the art of solving crimes, dodging plot twists, and possibly even suspecting your own shadow!

Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist – Now Available on Showmax

When a party goes from glitz and glamour to chaos and criminality. Imagine the biggest heist in Atlanta’s history unfolding before your eyes—and you, dear viewer, are the detective. Starring the charismatic Kevin Hart as “Chicken Man,” a hustler whose glamorous afterparty turns into a jaw-dropping crime scene, Fight Night will keep you guessing until the end.

 

With an A-list cast that includes Taraji P. Henson, Samuel L. Jackson, and Terrence Howard, this series is equal parts crime and comedy, with thrilling twists that’ll make you laugh and hold your breath.

Fight Night has a 96% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes, at #21 on their list of the best TV of 2024 so far.

Watch the trailer https://youtu.be/1ioc4W6R9Ls  and Catch all episodes on Showmax

THE PENGUIN S1| All Episodes Now Available on Showmax

Witness the gritty rise of Oswald Cobblepot, aka “The Penguin,” as he takes over Gotham City’s crime underworld. Following in the sinister footsteps of Batman, this spinoff explores Penguin’s dark ambitions, revealing the calculated moves of a crime lord in the making.

 

Directed by Emmy nominee Craig Zobel Mare of Easttown and featuring an unrecognisable Colin Farrell, the series is executive-produced by The Batman director Matt Reeves.

 

The Penguin has captured audiences, holding the #1 spot on IMDb’s most popular TV chart with an 8.8/10 rating and a 94% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, where *The Guardian* awarded it five stars.

Trailer now available:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtWkqWJzmLA. Subscribe now to Showmax to watch all episodes.

DUNE: PROPHECY | Binge All Episodes Now on Showmax

This space saga follows two Harkonnen sisters as they navigate a universe on the brink of destruction, trying to establish a powerful sisterhood while fending off dark forces. Think of it as detective work on a galactic scale! Each episode peels back layers of secrets, revealing a complex web of betrayals and hidden agendas.

The prequel of this series stars Oscar nominee Emily Watson (Chernobyl), multiple-award winner Olivia Williams (The Crown), and Critics Choice Super Award nominee Travis Fimmel (Vikings).

It is co-produced by HBO and Legendary Television, with Legendary also producing the film franchise that has released two instalments to critical acclaim, the first of which took home six Oscars. Click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzVHWNosS2o to enjoy a sneak peep

HYSTERIA! | First on Showmax | Binge All Episodes Now on Showmax

In Hysteria, a group of high school misfits decides to pose as a Satanic metal band for fun, only to find themselves caught up in a real-life witch hunt when strange events grip their small town. What starts as a hoax spirals into murder, kidnappings, and supernatural scares. This show invites you to put your investigative skills to the test as you unravel a mystery tinged with horror. Every episode pulls you deeper into the twisted secrets of the town—and the terrifying truth lurking just below the surface.

The coming-of-age thriller stars Emjay Anthony, MTV Movie Award winner Anna Camp (Pitch Perfect, True Blood), Emmy winner Julie Bowen (Modern Family), with horror legend Bruce Campbell (Ash in the Evil Dead franchise) as the local chief of police amongst others.

Hysteria! has an 86% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with AVClub calling it “a devil of a good time”. Watch the trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2yv6LYktKc and watch all episodes on Showmax

LAW & ORDER: ORGANISED CRIME S4 | Binge All Episodes Now

Solving crimes takes a village, but what happens when the village is corrupt? Detective Elliot Stabler is back in the NYPD, navigating a treacherous maze of criminal networks. This season, he confronts corruption, betrayal, and complex alliances that will have even the most seasoned fans second-guessing everyone. Stabler’s relentless quest for justice will teach you a thing or two about detective work, persistence, and the blurred lines between good and evil.

 

Expect guest star appearances from Oscar winners Ellen Burstyn and Keith Carradine, BAFTA winner Jennifer Ehle, and Breaking Bad’s Dean Norris, as Elliot’s brother, Randall. Also look out for Special Victims Unit stars Tamara Tunie (aka Dr Melinda Warner), Peter Scanavino (aka Assistant DA Dominick Carisi Jr), and Dann Florek (the former Captain Donald Cragen) in several crossover episodes.

Law & Order: Organised Crime has already been renewed for a fifth season. Watch the trailer https://youtu.be/cVHRlTZcWuU

 

Access these shows and more on Showmax by subscribing to the entertainment mobile plan for N1,600 monthly or the multiple-devices plan for N3,500. You can also opt for a bundle plan of Showmax Entertainment mobile and Premier League mobile for N5,400 per month. Simply visit https://www.showmax.com/ng or download the Showmax app to register and subscribe.