Reckless (Kenyan TV series)
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| Genre | Drama |
| Written by | Jim Malakwen |
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| Country of origin | Kenya |
| Original languages | English Swahili |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | TBC (list of episodes) |
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| Executive producer | Auka Gecheo |
| Producer | Eddah Kiruhi |
| Production company | Live Eye TV |
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| Network | Showmax |
| Release | 23 June 2025 – present |
Reckless is a 2025 Kenyan television drama series series that is streaming on Showmax.[1]
The show premiered on 23 June 2025 and is produced by Auka Gecheo and Eddah Kiruhi under Live Eye Limited. It stars an ensemble cast that includes Brian Abajah, Georgina Mbira, Godfrey Odhiambo among others.[2]
Plot
Reckless follows the Sonoko brothers, who find themselves at a crossroads following a tragic accident during an illegal street race. They are forced to flee the big city and must navigate the harsh realities of life in a remote village while trying protecting their family’s legacy.[3]
Cast
- Brian Abajah[4] as Pete Sonoko, an entitled 23-year-old man shaped by wealth and privilege.[5]
- Sammy Okore[6][7][8] as Mika Sonoko, a fun-loving 18-year-old who enjoys partying but lacks the work ethic to excel at his goals. He has a tense relationship with his older brother, Pete.
- Godfrey Odhiambo as Edward Sonoko, a self-made patriarch of the Sonoko family.
- Georgina Mbira as Melinda Sonoko, a strict and distant mother whose tough love creates tension with her sons.
- Ntinyari Mburukua as Ella, a headstrong young woman from the remote village who instantly disapproves of the brothers, seeing them as selfish and spoilt.
- Ann Muli as Debbie, a young woman who competes for Pete’s attention and is a nemesis to Ella.
- Eddie Mbugua as James, a cunning antagonist who is willing to do anything to bring down the Sonoko family
- Joyce Musoke as Agatha, James’ pragmatic wife, whose loyalty endures despite his scheming.
- Wanjiru Marima as Ziki, the younger sister to Ella.
Series Overview
| Season | Episodes | Originally released | ||
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| 1 | TBC | June 23, 2025 | Ongoing | |
Season 1 (2025)
| No. | Title | Directed by | Original release date | |
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| 1 | "Fast Lane" | Various | 23 June 2025 | |
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A reckless street race takes a deadly turn, forcing Mika Sonoko into a web of lies, cover-ups, and family power plays. As the truth unravels, the Sonoko empire faces collapse. | ||||
| 2 | "Spare the rod" | Various | 24 June 2025 | |
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As betrayal brews within the boardroom and legal trouble looms, secrets unravel, threatening to bring the family down from both the streets and the boardroom. | ||||
| 3 | "Journey into night" | Various | 30 June 2025 | |
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Mika and Pete are forced into exile. Stranded in unfamiliar territory with no resources, they must navigate a harsh new reality. | ||||
| 4 | "Food for thought" | Various | 1 July 2025 | |
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A corporate power struggle brews as their father, Edward, fights to protect his legacy from a cunning James. | ||||
| 5 | "Episode 5" | Various | 7 July 2025 | |
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Pete and Mika discover that the place they want to escape from may hold the key to their purpose. Their disappearance sparks a desperate search, forcing them to confront dangers. | ||||
| 6 | "Episode 6" | Various | 8 July 2025 | |
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While in the village, Pete and Mika navigate friendships, love, and family dynamics while secrets, ambitions, and past mistakes threaten to upend their lives. | ||||
| 7 | "Episode 7" | Various | 14 July 2025 | |
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Ella grapples with a painful past after a reluctant homecoming stirs old wounds. Rebellious Ziki sneaks off to a party that may hold more trouble than fun. | ||||
| 8 | "Episode 8" | Various | 15 July 2025 | |
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Pete and Mika struggle with harsh rules, rural life, and the unexpected discipline of living in the countryside. As they plot their escape, they discover that survival requires more than just rebellion. | ||||
| 9 | "Episode 9" | Various | 21 July 2025 | |
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Ella struggles with rowdy students, village drama, and personal struggles. Pete and Mika continue with their mischievous ways by trying to sell a stolen goat, leading to chaos in the local market. | ||||
| 10 | "Episode 10" | Various | 22 July 2025 | |
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In their bid to escape their past, Pete, Mika, Ella, and Ziki get themselves in danger and collide with the law. Their quest for freedom spirals into chaos, forcing them to confront their demons before it's too late. | ||||
| 11 | "Episode 11" | Various | 28 July 2025 | |
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A tragic accident spirals lives, forcing Ella, Ziki, Pete, and Mika learn to survive and keep secrets about a dark rural night. Powerful forces at a lavish party quietly shift allegiances, threatening to upend everything. | ||||
| 12 | "Episode 12" | Various | 29 July 2025 | |
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Tensions rise in the haunted depths of the forest as Pete, Mika, Ella, and Ziki face eerie symbols, vanishing goats, and ominous shrieks, testing their loyalty and sanity. | ||||
| 13 | "Episode 13" | Various | 4 August 2025 | |
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Lost in a haunted forest, Mika, Pete, Ziki and Ella battle illusions, fear, and mysterious forces while a desperate search party races to find them. | ||||
| 14 | "Episode 14" | Various | 5 August 2025 | |
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Buried secrets and simmering tensions rise to the surface as Pete, Mika, Ella, and Ziki struggle to survive a night in the forest. Despite the differences, they must cling to each other before everything falls apart. | ||||
| 15 | "Episode 15" | Various | 11 August 2025 | |
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Pete, Mika, Ella, and Ziki reunite with their grandmother. As they make their way back home, they have to confront the truths about family, friendship, and the deep-rooted beliefs of a village bound by ancient demons. | ||||
| 16 | "Episode 16" | Various | 12 August 2025 | |
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Pete and Mika embark on community-driven projects while navigating personal struggles, friendships, and ambitions, all in the heart of their vibrant town. Tensions rise at Sonoko Inc. | ||||
Production
Development
Reckless was announced in early June 2025 ahead of its premiere later in the month.[9] The show is produced by Live Eye Limited, the creators of other Showmax originals Second Family and Faithless. Auka Gecheo serves as the executive producer and Eddah Kiruhi is the creative producer.[10]
In an exclusive interview with MPASHO, opened up about the high stakes car chase that appeared in the premiere episode. The car chase was shot along the Southern Bypass. [8]
Release
Showmax released the first episode on 23 June, and subsequent episodes being available on the streaming platform every Monday and Tuesday.[11]
References
- ^ Opondo, Agnes (18 June 2025). "Reckless: A High-Stakes Drama of Brotherhood, Consequences and Redemption". KenyanVibe. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
- ^ Gichovi, Murugi (16 June 2025). "New Showmax Thriller 'Reckless' Tackles Family, Loss, And Legacy". Capital FM Sauce. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ "First look: New youth drama Reckless, on Showmax this June". Showmax Stories. 10 June 2025. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ "Reckless star Brian Abajah spills on his latest role". Showmax Stories. 2 July 2025. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
- ^ Milimo, Dennis (1 July 2025). "Brian Abajah Spills on Ditching Law for Acting and His Journey to Stardom". MPASHO. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
- ^ "Actor Sammy Okore stars in new drama series". KBC Digital. 7 August 2025. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
- ^ "Actor Sammy Okore Talks Reckless, Street Racing, and His Journey From Child Star to Leading Man"". Famous Media. 7 August 2025. Retrieved 10 August 2025.
- ^ a b Milimo, Dennis (7 August 2025). "From Machachari to Reckless: Sammy Okore Opens up on Street Racing & Life Beyond the Screen". MPASHO. Retrieved 15 August 2025.
- ^ Milimo, Dennis (12 June 2025). "First Look: New Youth Drama Reckless Set to Premiere on Showmax". MPASHO. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
- ^ "New Drama 'Reckless' Premieres June 23 on Showmax – First Look". UNCUT Media. 10 June 2025. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
- ^ Ochieng, Jennifer (10 June 2025). "New Kenyan Youth Drama 'Reckless' Premieres on Showmax This June". Sinema Focus. Retrieved 15 June 2025.