Showmax's Best International Show for August 2023

Peacock Originals' "Based on a True Story" follows the intertwined destinies of a real estate agent, a former tennis pro, and a plumber as they attempt to cash in on the U.S. public's obsession with true crime. The show, which stars Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina, offers a humorous look at our culture's fixation on gory crimes and news stories.

Final Chapters of "The Best Man" The relationships of Harper, Robyn, Jordan, Lance, Quentin, Shelby, Candace, and Murch are chronicled as they develop in the midst of a midlife crisis and a renaissance. The programme, which features a stellar cast and has been widely praised, successfully embodies the spirit of Black rom-coms produced between the years of 1990 and 2010.

Season 2 of Winning Time: The Lakers' Epic Run to the Title The lives of the renowned Los Angeles Lakers basketball team of the 1980s are explored in this riveting series. Season 2 follows the story of Magic Johnson and Larry Bird as they prepare for their legendary rematch from the 1980 NBA Finals. The show's impressive ensemble cast and slew of awards make it a compelling look at the world of sports.

Gems of Righteousness Season 3: This series, which was nominated for an Emmy for Stunt Coordination, follows a famous televangelist family with a history of immorality, greed, and altruism. The privileged Gemstone children experience a range of emotions as they take charge of the church, from laughter to tears.

Set in 1970s Los Angeles, Season 2 of Minx follows the story of Joyce, a young feminist, and Doug, a publisher, as they launch the first women-only sexual magazine. The second season will focus on the difficulties they experience after they become commercially successful and begin to question their newfound fame.

These series have compelling stories, stellar ensembles, and high praise from critics, so you can expect to be entertained and challenged while watching.