Get ready for a wild ride with Reckless, the latest youth drama series premiering on Showmax on 23 June 2025.
Produced by Live Eye Limited, Reckless tells the compelling story of the Sonoko brothers—Pete and Mika—who are forced to abandon their lavish city lives after a fatal street race turns their world upside down.
Fleeing to a remote village, the two must confront harsh realities, simmering sibling rivalry, and the ghosts of their past, all while trying to reclaim their place in a family legacy they’ve nearly destroyed.
Starring Brian Abajah, Sammy Okore, Godfrey Odhiambo, and Georgina Mbira, Reckless delivers a gripping narrative layered with drama, suspense, and emotional depth.
Directed by industry heavyweights Carol Ochieng, Gilbert Lukalia, and Isaya Evans, and led by head writer Jim Malakwen, the series explores themes of privilege, redemption, and identity. With new episodes dropping every Monday and Tuesday, Reckless promises to be a must-watch for fans of high-stakes drama and powerful storytelling.
Meet the cast:
Brian Abajah (Single Kiasi) is Pete Sonoko: A vain, entitled 23-year-old shaped by wealth and privilege, he struggles to find purpose and humility.
Sammy Okore (Machachari) is Mika Sonoko: A laidback, 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. . He is also a ladies’ man who easily falls in love with any girl who shows even the smallest interest in him.
Godfrey Odhiambo (Malooned) is Edward Sonoko: The self-made patriarch of the Sonoko family, whose journey from slum hardship to business success is overshadowed by disappointment in his sons' recklessness.
Georgina Mbira (Our Perfect Wedding) is Melinda Sonoko: A strict and distant mother whose tough love creates tension with her sons.
Ntinyari Mburukua is Ella: A headstrong young woman from the remote village who instantly disapproves of the brothers, seeing them as selfish and spoilt.
Ann Muli (The Chocolate Empire) is Debbie: A younger woman who competes for Pete’s attention and is a nemesis to Ella.
Eddie Mbugua (Igiza) is James: A cunning antagonist whose machinations threaten to bring the Sonoko family to ruin.
Joyce Musoke (Wise Woman) is Agatha: James’ pragmatic wife, whose loyalty endures despite his scheming
Wanjiru Marima is Ziki: The younger sister to Ella.
Reckless also stars Joan Kenduywa, Benard Marie, Alex Mwangi (Neema), Mavoko Mbatha, Brian Ogutu, Susan Karani, Nyawira Gichuhi, Zeraya Ramtu, Brian Furaha (Somewhere in Kole) and Kevin Mbayagi.
This gripping drama is brought to life by Live Eye Limited, with Auka Gecheo and Eddah Kiruhi at the helm. Reckless is directed by an exceptional trio: Carol Ochieng (Selina, Salem), Gilbert Lukalia (Kam U Stay, A Merry X-Mess), and Isaya Evans (Second Family, Nilichoma). Jim Malakwen (Faithless, Igiza) serves as head writer.
Don’t miss the drama, suspense, and high-octane action when Reckless premieres exclusively on Showmax on June 23 with new episodes every Monday and Tuesday.
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