TV series

Ontwaak

Name: Ontwaak
Released: 2026
Cast: Chris Chameleon, Cindy Swanepoel, Deon Lotz, Minke Marais, Carel Nel

2026–· 1 season★ 10.0Returning series

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Synopsis

What happens when your worst enemy is the only person who can help you? In Ontwaak, the story revolves around Melissa Human, a psychiatrist who starts working at Noordlig, a home for extremely dangerous patients. But behind the high walls, more than just patients await her. She discovers a sinister cult, Horisonne, that has taken in her daughter, and is led by her ex-fiancé. To save her daughter, Melissa must cross her own boundaries and rely on a brilliant serial killer. However, every answer leads to a new danger; every choice has a price. This is not just a fight against a cult – it’s a fight against the darkest depths of the self.

Themes

cult afrikaans thriller drama

Episodes

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E1 Episode 1Next upJul 14, 2026 · 54 min
Guest stars
Guest stars: Christopher van der Westhuizen (Emmet Potgieter), Ray Neo Buso (Ayanda), Dawid Minnaar (Dokter Breytenbach), Imarie Oberholzer (Kara Wessels), Fezile Mpela (Oscar Radebe), Zetske van Pletzen (Priscilla van Deventer), Laura-lee Mostert (Sheryl), André Velts (Hanno)
E2 Episode 2Jul 14, 2026 · 57 min
Guest stars
Guest stars: Christopher van der Westhuizen (Emmet Potgieter), Ray Neo Buso (Ayanda), Dawid Minnaar (Dokter Breytenbach), Imarie Oberholzer (Kara Wessels), Lian Strydom (Alex), Rikus Strauss (Gideon Pelser), Botha Enslin (Vincent)
E3 Episode 3Jul 21, 2026
Synopsis
A year later, Alwyn is on the run. Adri’s ex-boyfriend joins a new cult. A brutal murder points to Alwyn Bekker’s return, and Melissa confronts old feelings.
Guest stars: Dawid Minnaar (Dokter Breytenbach), Fezile Mpela (Oscar Radebe), Rika Sennett (Gerda de Villiers), Isaac Mabusa (Konstabel Makwetu), Rikus Strauss (Gideon Pelser), Kenley Swart (Ursula), Maude Sandham (Fiona Smith), Louis Auret (Ian Brand)
E4 Episode 4Jul 28, 2026 · 60 min
Synopsis
There is only one question: who is Alwyn Bekker? The dark background of Alwyn Bekker.
Guest stars: Rikus Strauss (Gideon Pelser), Ivan Dippenaar (Phillip Barnard), Erik Potgieter (Alwyn Bekker), Erika Mauran (Anette Bekker), Arno Marais (Cornelius Bekker), Natasja Jacobs (Hendrien Bekker), Dawian van der Westhuizen (Alwyn Bekker), Marinel Coetzee (Anette Bekker)
E5 Episode 5Aug 4, 2026 · 61 min
Synopsis
Melissa has second thoughts as a new cult, Canaan, emerges. Gideon falls deeper into its grip. Adri learns shocking news, and a politician approaches a dangerous prisoner.
Guest stars: Ray Neo Buso (Ayanda), Dawid Minnaar (Dokter Breytenbach), Fezile Mpela (Oscar Radebe), Zetske van Pletzen (Priscilla van Deventer), Isaac Mabusa (Konstabel Makwetu), Rikus Strauss (Gideon Pelser), Kenley Swart (Ursula), Maude Sandham (Fiona Smith)
E6 Episode 6Aug 11, 2026
Synopsis
Adri infiltrates the Cult to rescue Gideon. Melissa seeks answers from a manipulative prisoner. A coma patient awakens with chilling truths.
Guest stars: Ray Neo Buso (Ayanda), Zetske van Pletzen (Priscilla van Deventer), André Velts (Hanno), Rikus Strauss (Gideon Pelser), Kenley Swart (Ursula), Maude Sandham (Fiona Smith), Louis Auret (Ian Brand), Kaz McFadden (Stompie)
E7 Episode 7Aug 18, 2026
Synopsis
A desperate escape attempt fails. Melissa arms herself for a final battle. A long-hidden conspiracy is exposed, causing chaos.
Guest stars: Dawid Minnaar (Dokter Breytenbach), Fezile Mpela (Oscar Radebe), Isaac Mabusa (Konstabel Makwetu), Rikus Strauss (Gideon Pelser), Kenley Swart (Ursula), Maude Sandham (Fiona Smith), Louis Auret (Ian Brand), Kaz McFadden (Stompie)
E8 Episode 8Aug 25, 2026
Synopsis
Alwyn takes on Kanaan. A dangerous ritual turns into a sacrifice and reaches a critical point just as the police move in. A shocking betrayal changes everything.
Guest stars: Zetske van Pletzen (Priscilla van Deventer), André Velts (Hanno), Rikus Strauss (Gideon Pelser), Kenley Swart (Ursula), Maude Sandham (Fiona Smith), Louis Auret (Ian Brand), Michelle Ayden (Susan Brand), Prince Chinedu Christopher (Shaun)