All about HBO Max

Getting started

What is HBO Max?

HBO Max is a streaming experience that brings together new and iconic series and films from HBO, Warner Bros., DC, Cartoon Network, and Max Originals. With over 13,000 hours of groundbreaking entertainment, there's something for everyone.

What's on HBO Max?

To see what's on HBO Max, download the HBO Max app or go to HBOMax.com. You don't need a subscription to see what's available on HBO Max. Looking for a particular show or movie? In HBO Max, choose the Search icon (magnifying-glass) and enter a show or movie.

How much does HBO Max cost?

HBO Max is available through many providers. For pricing info, see HBOMax.com.

Which devices can I stream on?

You can stream HBO Max on phones, tablets, computers, and TVs. See our supported devices.

Does HBO Max have ads?

No, HBO Max is ad-free.

How do I sign up?

HBO Max is available from many providers and also at HBOMax.com. See Sign up for HBO Max?

HBO Max and HBO. What's the difference?

The biggest difference between HBO Max and HBO is what you can stream.

  • HBO Max  Stream HBO, plus SO much more.
    The new streaming platform brings together new and iconic series and films from HBO, Warner Bros., DC, Cartoon Network, and Max Originals.
  • HBO (previously called HBO GO and HBO Portugal).
    Stream all of your HBO favorite series, plus hit movies, specials, and more.

If you already have HBO, see I have HBO. Do I get HBO Max?

What can I do?

Stream shows when they air on TV

Most new HBO shows and movies are available to stream on HBO Max when they premiere on HBO (the TV channel).

To learn more about what's on HBO Max, go to HBOMax.com.

Stream on multiple devices at the same time

In most cases, members of your household can sign in to HBO Max on different devices, and watch different shows at the same time.

Create multiple profiles

Your account can have up to 5 profiles for the kids and adults in your immediate family or household. Profiles help you keep track of what you've watched (Continue Watching) and what you'd like to watch (My List). To learn more, see Add profiles.

Find shows and movies for kids

HBO Max has an extensive collection of Kids' shows and movies. To see what we have for kids, go to Kids & Family or open the Browse menu in HBO Max and choose Kids & Family.

You can create profiles for each of your kids, with parental controls that limit what can be watched and a PIN to prevent your child from switching profiles.

Stream HBO Max while traveling

You can stream HBO Max in select countries in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. For more info, see Stream HBO Max while traveling.

you can also download shows and movies to watch anywhere you go.