What to watch on DStv in October 2026
October is bringing a stacked line-up to M-Net, Mzansi Magic and kykNET, with two major titles arriving straight from their world premieres at the Silwerskerm Film Festival. Leading the charge are Spinners Season 2 and Invisible, both set to make their highly anticipated debuts this month. We’ve trawled through the schedules to spotlight the best of what’s coming, from fresh local originals and returning favourites to gripping international drama, reality, documentaries and lifestyle entertainment. There are plenty of standout new dramas to watch on DStv in October.
Also on the watchlist is the new magazine lifestyle show VIP Lounge alongside Elevator Love, Hacks, Boekmerk and Daar was ’n Tyd, there’s plenty more must-watch premieres and returning hits.
Invisible S1: Watch on M-Net from 14 October at 20:00
A compelling premiere. After a call from her long-lost brother, Emma Le Roux returns home, where she and bodyguard Martin Dekker are drawn into a deadly world of poaching, corruption and secrets hidden in the Lowveld. Based on Deon Meyer’s bestselling Blood Safari, the series brings together a major South African and international cast, led by Abbie Cornish and Dougray Scott, with the first episode earning strong applause at its world premiere at Silwerskermfees. Cast includes Kim Engelbrecht, Tumisho Masha, Frank Rautenbach, Tim Theron, Abbie Cornish, Dougray Scott and more.ads
Invisible delivers gripping crime, family secrets and high-stakes drama, with a stellar South African cast and an international edge. The Lowveld becomes more than a backdrop as Emma is pulled deeper into a conspiracy involving poaching, political corruption and long-buried secrets.
Spinners Season 2: Watch on Mzansi Magic from 25 October at 20:00
Fresh from its world premiere at the Silwerskerm Film Festival, Spinners returns for a high-octane second season and the stakes are higher than ever. The Underdogs are living their spinning dream in Joburg, but Ethan’s past is about to catch up with him. When a street race involving rising driver Sayi lands them in jail, Hercules sets his revenge plan into motion, putting everything they’ve built at risk.
Cast includes Brendon Daniels, Cantona James, Chelsea Thomas, Dillon Windvogel, with Aphiwe Mkefe, Luyanda Zwane, Clementine Mosimane and Mondli Makhoba joining the cast of the new season. Bigger stakes, fiercer rivalries and even more exhilarating spinning make this a must-watch return, as ambition, loyalty and revenge collide both on and off the track.
Daar was ‘n Tyd S1: Watch on kykNET from 14 October at 20:00
As South Africans celebrate their unique stories, culture and history on Heritage Day, kykNET introduces Daar was ‘n tyd, a brand-new eight-episode documentary series that takes viewers on a nostalgic journey back to the people, places and experiences that live deep within the collective memory of Afrikaans communities. Daar was ‘n tyd, produced by media personality and presenter Rian van Heerden‘s production company, Provoco, premieres on Wednesday, 14 October at 20:00 on kykNET (DStv Channel 144). The series explores the memories shared by Afrikaans South Africans over the decades, from the circus and military conscription to concerts, censorship, radio, television and the foods that generations grew up with. The documentary celebrates shared memories while offering younger viewers a fascinating glimpse into the stories and moments their parents and grandparents grew up with.
Married at First Sight Uncut S1: Watch on Mzansi Magic from 30 October at 20:00
Married at First Sight Uncut takes viewers beyond the main experiment, revealing previously unseen footage, behind-the-scenes drama and untold moments that could change everything audiences thought they knew about the couples and their journeys. Cast includes Esethu Seku, Hlulani Ngobeni, Laurinda Mabunda, Lesiba Tleane, Matshediso Maphutse, Nompumelelo Sobopha, Obren Masuku and Prince Zwide Zwane. The experts are Thabang Mashigo, Pastor Xolani Hlitana, Dr Mpume Zenda and Bakhe Dlamini. Just when you thought you knew the whole story, Uncut offers another perspective, with unseen conversations, unexpected revelations and behind-the-scenes moments that add a whole new layer to the experiment.
VIP Lounge S1: Watch on Mzansi Magic from 2 October at 21:00
Kick off your weekend with VIP Lounge, your all-access pass to the world of your favourite celebrities, the hottest events and everything Mzansi is talking about. The show also takes viewers behind the scenes of their favourite telenovelas to discover how the magic happens, while getting to know the stars they love on a more personal level. Hosted by Zulu Mkhathini and Pamela Mtanga. It’s the ultimate insider experience, bringing fans closer to the stars, shows and entertainment moments everyone is talking about.
Boekmerk S1: Watch on kykNET from 14 October at 21:00
Hosted by poet and author Danie Marais, this new magazine-style programme takes viewers on a journey through the world of Afrikaans books, writers and readers. Across 13 episodes, the production team visits established and emerging authors, attends literary discussions, and joins reading groups around South Africa. The series also explores the books and authors featured on Rapport’s 100 Best Afrikaans Books list. A celebration of Afrikaans literature and the people who bring it to life. It’s insightful, engaging and a wonderful way to rediscover beloved books while uncovering new favourites.
Cupertino S1: Watch on M-Net from 20 October at 19:00
A pulsating high-stakes legal drama. A lawyer takes on a powerful tech giant in a massive legal battle, navigating the cutthroat world of Silicon Valley while fighting for justice and the little guy’s rights. Cast includes Mike Colter, Rachel Keller, Renée Elise Goldsberry and Busy Philipps. Big Tech meets big courtroom drama in this fast-paced battle for justice, packed with ambition, power and intrigue.
S.W.A.T. Exiles S1: Watch on M-Net from 7 October at 20:00
Shemar Moore is back in action as Hondo in new S.W.A.T. spin-off, S.W.A.T. Exiles. An action-packed series premiere. Michael and Diana try for a baby. Meanwhile, his criminal empire faces a shocking betrayal from within after a shipment of Colombian cocaine is intercepted. Cast includes Shemar Moore, Louis Farah, Zyra Gorecki, Ronen Rubinstein, Lucy Barrett, Adain Bradley, Freddy Miyares and Quinn Bozza. High-stakes action meets gripping personal drama in a story filled with danger, loyalty and betrayal.
The AI Doc S1: Watch on M-Net from 24 October at 21:00
From the Academy Award®-winning filmmakers behind Everything Everywhere All at Once and Navalny; a father-to-be tries to figure out what is happening with all this AI insanity. The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist is a hand-made, eye-opening documentary about the most powerful technology humanity has ever created… and what’s at stake if we get it wrong. Directed by Daniel Roher and Charlie Tyrell.bFrom Oscar-winning filmmakers comes a fascinating, accessible look at AI, balancing its extraordinary promise with the very real questions it raises about our future.
