Reckless (Kenyan TV series)
| Reckless | |
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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) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Auka Gecheo |
| Producer | Eddah Kiruhi |
| Production company | Live Eye TV |
| Original release | |
| 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 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" | TBA | 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" | TBA | 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" | TBA | 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" | TBA | 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" | TBA | 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" | TBA | 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 | TBA | TBA | 14 July 2025 | |
| 8 | TBA | TBA | 15 July 2025 | |
| 9 | TBA | TBA | 21 July 2025 | |
| 10 | TBA | TBA | 22 July 2025 | |
| 11 | TBA | TBA | 28 July 2025 | |
| 12 | TBA | TBA | 29 July 2025 | |
| 13 | TBA | TBA | 4 August 2025 | |
Production
Development
Reckless was announced in early June 2025 ahead of its premiere later in the month.[6] 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.[7]
Release
Showmax is set to release the first episode on 23 June, and subsequent episodes being available on the streaming platform every Monday and Tuesday.[8]
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.
- ^ 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.