With the ever-growing array of streaming services available, another major platform has now arrived in the UK: HBO Max. While UK fans are familiar with much of HBO’s content through its existing ties with Sky and Now (which remain in place, allowing access to the new service via these platforms), this launch signifies the arrival of numerous shows to the UK, either for the first time or in a more widely accessible format.
To help you navigate the new offerings, here are some highlights of what’s available now that HBO Max has landed in the UK.
The Pitt
Hospital and medical drama enthusiasts won’t want to miss this series, which follows the dedicated staff of Pittsburgh’s trauma medical center. Expect chaos and intense situations as skilled medical professionals work tirelessly around the clock to save lives in an underfunded emergency department.
The Regime
Steve Carell returns to television comedy in this acclaimed series that follows an author navigating a complex relationship with his daughter on a university campus. Praised for its wit and sharp writing, this show is ideal for those seeking a more refined comedic series.
Harley Quinn
While most DC productions have been widely accessible in the UK, the animated series *Harley Quinn* was a notable exception. Fortunately, all five seasons of the show are now available, allowing you to catch up on the antics of Harley and Poison Ivy.
Kite Man
A spin-off series based on the *Harley Quinn* show. While neither of these series is part of the broader DC Universe currently under development, if you enjoy that world and its quirky characters, this zany show is still worth a watch.
The Comeback
Lisa Kudrow revives one of her most popular television roles as B-list actress Valerie Cherish in the cult comedy series *The Comeback*. This isn’t a brand-new series, as it tends to release a new season roughly every decade, with its premiere in 2005, season 2 in 2014, and now season 3 arriving this year. If you appreciate the unique humor from a *Friends* legend, this series is a must-see.
DTF St. Louis
Jason Bateman, Linda Cardellini, and David Harbour. With three big names like these attached to a television series, we likely don’t need to say much more to convince you to check out the project. But if we must, this series is described as a dark comedy that explores a love triangle among adults facing midlife crises, and how one of them soon ends up dead…
Beyond these noteworthy series, it’s also important to remember that HBO Max is now the exclusive home for TNT Sports coverage, including:
- Premier League (Football)
- FA Cup – Men’s and Women’s (Football)
- Champions League (Football)
- Europa League (Football)
- Conference League (Football)
- Serie A (Football)
- UFC
- LIV Golf
- Gallagher Premiership (Rugby)
- MotoGP
- Cycling
- FIM Superbike World Championship
- Snooker
- Cricket
- Winter Sports
Likewise, HBO Max serves as the one-stop shop for streaming premieres of Warner Bros. films, meaning you can watch recent releases like *Sinners*, *Superman*, *One Battle After Another*, *A Minecraft Movie*, and many more. Many of these also feature ASL versions, a feature not previously available on Sky or Now.
Furthermore, HBO Max will be the exclusive home for the highly anticipated *Harry Potter* television series adaptation, set to arrive in December, which aims to adapt *Philosopher’s Stone* for its first season. The same applies to upcoming DC Universe television projects, such as *Lanterns*, slated for its premiere later this year.
With all this in mind, will you be signing up for an HBO Max subscription?