HBO Max Removes 9 Major Shows Permanently

HBO Max has been a go-to destination for streaming hit shows like The Last of Us, The White Lotus, and Peacemaker, as well as a treasure trove of Warner Bros. Discovery content. But what happens when some of your favorite shows suddenly vanish without a trace? Like clockwork, HBO Max has engaged in content purges over time, resulting in the removal of several beloved series from the platform. According to Warner Bros. Discovery CFO Gunnar Weidenfels, this move was aimed at tackling the excess of content in an industry that had gone a bit wild.

Missing from the streaming shelves are nine major shows that have yet to reappear on any digital platform. From animated favorites like Infinity Train and Summer Camp Island to adult comedies like Close Enough, the losses leave fans with a void in their streaming routines.

While some, like Generation, found a new home on Tubi post-HBO purging, others, like the acclaimed Westworld, are now available on Roku and Tubi. It’s a mixed bag of emotions for creators and fans alike. Promising shows like Aquaman: King of Atlantis and Theodosia were pulled during the purge, leaving viewers to reminisce about the adventures they once enjoyed.

The removal of big titles like Westworld and Raised by Wolves sparked a wave of reactions from disappointed creators, emphasizing that behind every show are hardworking artists pouring their hearts into their craft. Creators like Owen Dennis of Infinity Train and Aaron Burdette of Close Enough have openly expressed their desire to see their creations back on the screen, even if it seems like a distant dream.

So, here’s a tribute to all the shows that once graced our screens and who, in a world of digital flux, have left a lasting impact on our hearts and minds.