Get ready for the ultimate streaming experience because Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav has declared May 23 as “our rendezvous with destiny.” Why? Because HBO Max has officially become just Max! If you’re still trying to wrap your head around this exciting news, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about Max, including pricing, programming, and how it differs from Discovery+.
WHAT IS MAX, EXACTLY?
Max is the ultimate streaming destination for all your favorite shows and movies. It combines programming from HBO Max and Discovery, including Max and HBO originals, Warner Bros. films, the DC universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and kids content. Plus, it offers programming across food, home, reality, lifestyle, and documentaries from leading brands like HGTV, Food Network, Discovery Channel, TLC, ID, and more. You can find it all at Max.com.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Max is the one-stop-shop for every mood and every moment, and it offers three-tier pricing options:
WHAT SHOWS & MOVIES ARE AVAILABLE?
There are so many shows and movies available on Max that it’s hard to list them all! But here are some of the highlights:
Clone High (Max, new animated comedy reboot series)
SmartLess: On the Road (Max, new docuseries)
What Am I Eating? with Zooey Deschanel (Max, new docuseries)
How to Create a Sex Scandal (Max, new documentary miniseries; relaunch date of former HBO Max)
Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai (Max, new animated adventure series)
Plus, Max is offering over 1,000 titles, including movies and TV shows, in 4K for customers who select its Ultimate Ad Free Tier.
MOVIES & TV SHOWS IN THE WORKS:
Max has some exciting programming in the works, including the highly anticipated Avatar: The Way of Water, which will be available to stream in 4K UHD, HDR 10, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos on the Ultimate Ad-Free tier beginning June 7.
WHAT IF I ALREADY SUBSCRIBE TO HBO?
No need to worry! Many subscribers will automatically have their HBO Max apps updated to Max on mobile and streaming. If that doesn’t happen for you, simply download the new Max app, and your settings and features associated with your HBO Max account should transfer over.
WHAT ABOUT DISCOVERY+?
Discovery+ will continue to operate as a standalone service and will be unaffected by all these changes. It’s a profitable service with a sizeable user base, and it costs $4.99 with ads and $6.99 ad light.
MAX PRODUCT FEATURES:
Max offers a range of exciting product features, including personalized profiles, offline viewing, and parental controls. Plus, it’s available on all your favorite devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and gaming consoles. So what are you waiting for? Sign up for Max today and start streaming your favorite shows and movies!
