Top 5 binge-worthy TV shows to enjoy this winter
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There are many viewing options, from reality TV to drama series and telenovelas, and the biggest issue for many is deciding what to watch.
If your plans include binge-watching; here are shows that will keep you glued to your screens.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
Back for a second season, Utah's finest Mormon, MomTok ladies, are back with even more drama. The new season has a surprising new cast member and more scandal than ever before.
The series stars Taylor Frankie Paul, Demi Engemann, Jen Affleck, Jessi Ngatikaura, Layla Taylor, Mayci Neeley, Mikayla Matthews, Whitney Leavitt, and new addition Miranda McWhorter.
The series is available on Disney+ and all 10 episodes are available for streaming.
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The Mommy Club: Van die Hoofstad
The drama on 'The Mommy Club Van die Hoofstad' is jaw-dropping and even has non-Afrikaans speakers hooked and reading subtitles.
The POP24 reality show has broken the record for the most-watched Afrikaans show on Showmax since its relaunch
The cast features Ansu Viljoen, Crystal Van Der Burgh, Louise Volschenk, Tessa Tullues, and Johandri Johnson, a 33-year-old full-time mother, devoted wife, and multi-title Bikini Fitness champion.
The reality show is currently streaming on Showmax, with new episodes on Fridays.
Tulsa King S2
After 25 years in prison, New York mafia capo Dwight "The General" Manfredi is sent to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Suspecting his Mob family's intentions, Dwight decides to build his criminal enterprise in this unfamiliar territory.
Sylvester Stallone, known for his role as Rocky Balboa, takes on his first TV lead role as Manfredi, earning a Critics Choice Super Awards nomination for Best Actor in an Action Series.
Created by Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone), Tulsa King has garnered critical acclaim. Season 1 received an Emmy nomination for stunt coordination and a Critics Choice Super Awards nomination for Best Action Series.
Paramount+ has already renewed "Tulsa King" for a third season.
Joining the cast this season is Frank Grillo as Kansas City Mob boss Bill Bevilaqua. The season also features Critics Choice nominee Neal McDonough, Emmy winner Dana Delany, Emmy nominee Annabella Sciorra and Sylvester Stallone's daughter, Scarlet Rose Stallone.
The drama series is currently streaming on Showmax with all episodes available.
Our Husband
Africa Magic's drama series 'Our Husband' will have you hooked trying to figure out the twists behind Azuka Nnamani's life.
Starring Nigerian actors Munachi Abii, Okey Uzoeshi, and Gloria Anozie Young, 'Our Husband' tells the story of a wife uncovering her husband's infidelity most shockingly, sparking a chain of events that pushes her into an unexpected alliance with his mistress.
The drama series is currently streaming on Showmax with weekly episodes.
The Chocolate Factory
"The Chocolate Empire," a Kenyan crime drama from Insignia Productions (creators of "Single Kiasi" and "Kash Money"), delves into Nairobi's high society.
The series features Jimmy Gathu as JB Mauzo, a recently released powerful businessman. While attempting to rebuild his life and family, JB secretly runs a high-end escort service from his exclusive cigar club.
The ensemble cast also includes Sanaipei Tande and Kalasha winner Mumbi Maina.
As the drama unfolds, it leaves viewers wanting more and becoming invested in the lives of the characters on the series.
'The Chocolate Factory' is currently streaming on Showmax.
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