New year, new shows and movies. January 2026 at HBO Max is starting strong with more medical drama stress, fantastical Westeros storytelling, and a true-life sports story, making for a tantalizing mix of content you won't want to miss.

Separate from the HBO library of shows like The Sopranos or The Wire, HBO Max Originals were designed to draw a broader audience to the streaming service. In a short period of time, the HBO Max Original brand has produced some must-see shows that are required viewing for subscribers. In no particular order, we’ll break down the best of the brand.

The biggest movie of 2025, Ne Zha 2, has set an HBO Max streaming date. Ne Zha 2 is a Chinese adult animated adventure fantasy movie written and directed by Jiaozi. A sequel to 2019's Ne Zha, the film was released in United States theaters this past August ...

HBO Max is building on the breakout success of five-time Emmy winning procedural The Pitt by seeking cop, medical and legal dramas from around the world. Sarah Aubrey, who runs originals for the streamer, said procedurals could be the way to go in some of ...