Max
The complete HBO back catalog plus Warner Bros. films
BEST FORPrestige TV fans who want the full HBO catalog (The Sopranos, The Wire, Succession, White Lotus) and don't mind paying $16–$23/month for it.
Reviewed by the Clientele Research Team · Last checked 1 month ago (2026-07-15)
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Monthly Cost & Tiers▼5/10
Original & Exclusive Shows▼9/10
Simultaneous Streams & Sharing▼6/10
4K & Video Quality▼7/10
Ads & Ad-Free Options▼6/10
PROS
✓The complete HBO back catalog (every episode of The Sopranos, The Wire, Game of Thrones, Succession, and Curb Your Enthusiasm) is exclusive to Max
✓WBD has moved away from a fixed theatrical-to-streaming window; recent Warner Bros. releases have arrived on Max in around 77-90 days depending on the film
✓Ongoing HBO originals like White Lotus are only available here
✓Discovery content including nature documentaries, Food Network, and HGTV is folded in
✓Ad-supported tier at $10.99/month includes new HBO originals
✓DC films and series are exclusive to Max
CONS
✕4K is locked to the $22.99/month Premium plan. The $18.49/month ad-free plan is 1080p only
✕No live sports or live TV
✕Ad-free standard plan allows only 2 simultaneous streams. Three or more viewers need the $22.99/month Premium plan
✕The theatrical window varies by title. Not all Warner Bros. films arrive at the same speed
✕No original kids' content outside DC animation