HBO Max to Launch in 12 New Markets in July

HBO Max is expanding its reach across the globe, with exciting news for streaming fans in Albania, Armenia, Cyprus, Estonia, Georgia, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, and Tajikistan. Warner Bros. Discovery has revealed that these countries will have access to HBO Max starting this July. Plus, Germany, Italy, and the U.K. are expected to join the lineup in early 2026.

Along with popular movies and TV series from HBO, Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Studios, Max Originals, and more, select countries will also have access to sports content on HBO Max. This includes major events like tennis Grand Slams (Australian Open, Roland-Garros, Wimbledon, and US Open), cycling’s Grand Tours (Giro d’Italia, Tour de France), and major winter sports events. The rights to this sports content will vary depending on the country.

JB Perrette, CEO and president of Global Streaming & Games at Warner Bros. Discovery, shared, “Our continued global expansion of HBO Max is helping fuel the great momentum we continue to see for the service. These new launches further establish HBO Max as a premier entertainment destination worldwide.”

Jamie Cooke, executive vice president and managing director of Central Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Turkey at Warner Bros. Discovery, added, “We’re thrilled to bring HBO Max to multiple new countries, marking an important milestone in the global reach of HBO Max. Subscribers can expect to enjoy a premium streaming service with top-notch content from HBO, Warner Bros. Pictures, Discovery, Eurosport, and more.”

The expansion of HBO Max is an exciting development for streaming enthusiasts worldwide, with even more countries set to join in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates on how HBO Max continues to grow and deliver premium entertainment to audiences around the globe.