The first season of the Showmax Original drama series Youngins premiered on 12 February 2024, and concluded on 16 May 2024, with a total of 45 episodes.
Plot Youngins focuses on the "Big 5's" bond as they break rules, sneak out to club parties, and share the traumas of their home lives (including Khaya's abusive father and Buhle's pastor father's grooming). The carefree high school drama takes a dark turn when Amo discovers the school's beloved Principal Mthembu is a predator grooming a student named Zintle.
Cast and characters Main
Supporting
Episodes
Production Development On 30 January 2024, Showmax announced Youngins as Tshedza Pictures third production on the streaming platform, after the success of Adulting. Following the announcement, the lead director of the series was revealed as Themba Mfebe. The creator of the series was led by Gwydion Beynon, and Phathutshedzo Makwarela.
Casting The cast was reported following the announcement of the first season, with a line-up of Kealeboga Masango, Lebohang Lephatsoana, Toka Mtabane, Thabiso Ramotshela, Tabile Tau, Tshepo Matlala, Lihle Ngubo, Katlego Moloke, Loyiso MacDonald, Sanna Mchunu, and Keneilwe Matidze.
Reception Awards and nominations YearAwardCategoryRecipientResultRef2024National Film & TV Awards Best NewcomerKeabetswe Masango (Youngins season 1)
References
External links
Youngins at Showmax