HBO Max Launches in UK and Ireland

HBO Max has finally made its debut in the UK and Ireland, marking the completion of its European expansion. Exciting shows like One Battle After Another and Sinners, as well as Max Original series like The Pitt, are all ready to stream from the get-go. And don’t forget, the highly anticipated third season of Euphoria is set to arrive in April. Plus, HBO Max is home to iconic franchises like The Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter, both celebrating their 25th anniversaries in 2026.

UK viewers can now select from three different plans starting today, March 26. The Basic plan with Ads is priced at £5 per month, giving you access to all HBO shows and select Warner Bros. movies in 1080p resolution. However, movies premiering on HBO Max after their theatrical release are not included. For £6 per month, the Standard plan with Ads includes those fresh-from-theaters releases and allows for 30 downloads at the same resolution. Both plans offer streaming on two devices simultaneously.

For an uninterrupted viewing experience, you can opt for the Standard or Premium plan. The Standard plan includes all titles on two devices, up to 30 downloads, and of course, no ads. If you’re looking for top-notch quality, the Premium plan at £15 per month lets you stream on four devices in up to 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos support. On this tier, you also get 100 offline downloads.

Sky TV customers eligible for the HBO Basic with Ads plan will automatically receive it as part of their existing packages, thanks to an extended partnership between Sky and Warner Bros. Discovery. NOW Entertainment subscribers will also find HBO Max seamlessly integrated into the NOW app. Excitingly, HBO Max is now the home of TNT Sports in the UK, offering over 50 Premier League matches, UEFA Champions League games, MotoGP races, and even the Tour de France.

As a bonus tidbit, HBO Max’s UK launch coincides with Warner Bros Discovery setting a date for the shareholder vote on its merger with Paramount Skydance. Remember, Netflix was paid a hefty $2.8 billion fee for backing out of its initial agreement to purchase the historic studio.