HBO Original Lanterns | Monday 17 August, only on HBO Max
Episodes drop weekly, same day as US (8 episodes)
Lanterns follows new recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) and Lantern legend Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler), two intergalactic cops drawn into a dark, Earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.
The Drama | Saturday 8 August, only on HBO Max
The Drama stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie and Hailey Benton Gates. The film follows a happily engaged couple whose wedding week is thrown into chaos after an unexpected turn of events puts their relationship to the ultimate test.
The Housemaid | Saturday 1 August, only on HBO Max
The Housemaid follows a struggling woman who is happy to start over as a housemaid for an affluent, elite couple. She enters a mansion of secrets, manipulation and escalating psychological games that pull her into a dangerous relationship dynamic. The film stars Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar.
Monsters of God | Friday 7 August, only on HBO Max
Episodes drop weekly, same day as US (5 episodes)
Most people fear reptiles. A few are fascinated. And a handful will stop at nothing to have them. Collectors call it “the fever”— the relentless drive to chase what is bigger, rarer and deadlier. That fever created a billion-dollar criminal enterprise that spanned six continents over 50 years. Director Eric Goode (Tiger King, Chimp Crazy) follows his first love, reptiles, into the dark and gonzo underworld of exotic animal smuggling. As he digs deeper, he uncovers an empire built on obsession, filled with smugglers, collectors and the animal cops trying to stop them.
Stalked | Thursday 13 August, only on HBO Max
Stream every episode (3 episodes)
Across three gripping episodes, Stalked presents the experiences of women from across Aotearoa New Zealand whose lives were profoundly affected by stalking, shining an unflinching light on the early warning signs of stalking, the patterns of obsession and escalation, and the systemic failings that have left victims unprotected, often until violence erupts.
The Robot Chicken Adult Swim Special | Sunday 30 August, only on HBO Max
To celebrate 25 years of Adult Swim, The Robot Chicken Adult Swim Special brings together an unforgettable lineup of the network’s most iconic characters aboard a cruise ship for a chaotic anniversary celebration. Featuring fan favourites from Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Metalocalypse, The Venture Bros., Black Jesus and more, this special delivers the signature stop-motion comedy and outrageous humour that only Robot Chicken can.
Discovery Shark Week 2026 | From Sunday 16 August, on HBO Max
The ocean’s most formidable apex predators are back—bigger, bolder and more thrilling than ever—as Discovery’s Shark Week returns. This highly anticipated week-long event delivers 20 jaw-dropping premieres across every night, packed with pulse-pounding action, epic breaches and high-stakes encounters. Featuring pioneering technology, groundbreaking investigations and unbelievable stunts, each special dives deep into the mysterious world of sharks, bringing audiences closer than ever to their raw power, intelligence and untamed nature.
Plainclothes | Saturday 15 August, only on HBO Max
A police officer works undercover to lure and arrest men who display lewd behaviour in public restrooms. However, he soon finds himself torn between duty and desire when he develops a secret connection with one of his targets. Written and directed by Carmen Emmi. Starring Tom Blyth, Russell Tovey and Maria Dizzia.
Double Lives of Suburban Wives | Thursday 27 August, on HBO Max
Episodes drop weekly (8 episodes)
A new series that re-examines what life in suburbia looks like in the digital age. The series follows six couples in the St. Louis area whose everyday routines from carpools and cul-de-sacs to church and community gatherings coexist with a second, more private side of their lives. Beneath the polished façade, they’ve built lucrative and unconventional second lives, forging an unexpected bond rooted in navigating lives that many people would never expect.