HBO Max: Week of Dec. 19, 2025

HBO Max is chock-full of shows and movies from networks like HBO, Discovery, and Food Network. There’s always something new to watch, so let me share my top picks for this weekend and the upcoming week, along with all the fresh content streaming soon. As we gear up for the holiday season, here’s a rundown of new releases you won’t want to miss.

“**One Battle After Another**” (Dec. 19): Dive into the action with Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another,” a film with Leonardo DiCaprio as an ex-revolutionary who gets pulled back into the fray to evade a corrupt military officer from his past, played by Sean Penn. This one’s sure to be a hit during awards season!

Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti
Genre: Action
Rating: R
IMDb Rating: 7.9/10

“**Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires**” (Dec. 22): DC’s animated specials are always a blast, and this time we have a unique take on Batman set in the 16th century. Follow Yohualli Coatl on his quest for vengeance against Spanish colonizers, with a thrilling twist involving the Joker.

Director: Juan Jose Meza-Leon
Stars: Luis Bermudez, Omar Chaparro, Raymond Cruz
Genre: Animation
Rating: R
IMDb Rating: 5.3/10

“**Ne Zha II**” (Dec. 24): With over $2.2 billion in global box office sales, “Ne Zha II” is a massive hit from China. This animated adventure is packed with action, humor, and a touching message about personal growth. Plus, it’s available on HBO Max!

Director: Yu Yang
Cast: Yanting Lü, Joseph, Mo Han
Genre: Animation
Rating: PG-13
IMDb Rating: 8.0/10

“**Happy And You Know It**” (Dec. 25): Delve into the world of children’s music with this documentary that explores the lives of popular performers like the Wiggles. Discover the industry’s secrets and the impact of AI on kids’ entertainment.

Director: Penny Lane
Genre: Documentary
Rating: TV-MA

If you’re looking for new content to stream, here are some of the latest arrivals on HBO Max this week:

December 19:
– One Battle After Another
– House Hunters: Volume 10 – Season 24
– Teen Titans Go! – Season 9

December 20:
– Adult Swim’s The Elephant

December 21:
– Secrets in the Sand – Season 2

December 22:
– Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires
– The Last Captains – Season 1

December 23:
– “The Exorcists,” The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper

December 24:
– Guy’s Grocery Games – Season 40
– Ne Zha II

December 25:
– Happy And You Know It

Stay tuned for more exciting releases and enjoy your streaming adventures on HBO Max!