30 Best TV Shows On Max (April 2024)

June 14, 2023, 4:30 p.m.

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30 Best TV Shows On Max (April 2024)

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Summary HBO Max offers a vast catalog of popular and significant TV shows, including classics like The Sopranos and The Wire.

Max's original programming, such as The Flight Attendant, has gained huge popularity and shaped the cultural zeitgeist.

The best TV shows on Max include a range of genres, from comedy series like Curb Your Enthusiasm to intense dramas like Succession.

HBO's rebranded streaming service Max is the natural successor to a network that transformed television. Unsurprisingly, this means that the best TV shows on Max rank among the most popular and significant series of all time. Max's vast and eclectic catalog includes originals-turned-classics such as The Sopranos, The Wire, and Sex and The City. When it comes to top-tier entertainment, few streaming services can compete, and this hasn't changed going into 2024 thanks to the incredible range of TV shows available on Max right now.

Max and HBO's original programming is rarely anything less than stellar, with many of the network's shows accruing huge fan bases. Projects like Euphoria and Game of Thrones have helped shape the cultural zeitgeist, becoming sensations for a vast audience. Their availability on Max is understandably exciting, both for long-term fans and potential newcomers. To help viewers make the most of their subscription, or get a sense of what else is available, here are the 30 best TV shows available on Max in April 2024.

For more TV streaming recommendations, be sure to check out the best TV shows on Peacock and the best TV shows on Paramount+.

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Best Comedy TV Shows On Max

Julia (2022)

Julia Release Date March 31, 2022 Cast sarah lancashire , David Hyde Pierce , Bebe Neuwirth , Fran Kranz , Fiona Glascott Seasons 2

Following in the footsteps of the hit 2009 movie Julie & Julia, Julia is a love letter to the legacy of iconic TV chef Julia Child. The show features Happy Valley's Sarah Lancashire as Child, the woman credited with popularizing the modern cooking show format. The series light-heartedly chronicles her rise to stardom with her show The French Chef, with David Hyde Pierce starring as her loving and supportive husband, Paul. Julia boasts an impressive 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, further highlighting its credentials.

There are eight episodes in each season of Julia, both of which are available to stream on Max. Joining Sarah Lancashire and David Hyde Pierce in the cast are Bebe Neuwirth, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, Brittany Bradford, and Robert Joy. Julia is regarded not just for its depiction of Julia Child, but for how it highlights the importance of both strong female characters generally, and the role women have always played in the entertainment industry.

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Our Flag Means Death (2022-2023)

Our Flag Means Death Release Date March 3, 2022 Cast Rhys Darby , Con O'Neill , Rory Kinnear , Matthew Maher , Samson Kayo , Ewen Bremner , David Fane , Nathan Foad , Taika Waititi , Guz Khan , Vico Ortiz , Joel Fry , Kristian Nairn Seasons 2 Writers Eliza Jiménez Cossio , Zayre Ferrer , David Jenkins

The show has also been widely praised for its array of LGBTQ+ representation.

Created by David Jenkins and executive produced by the inimitable Taika Waititi comes Our Flag Means Death, Max's outrageously funny 18th-century pirate comedy series. In it, Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby) is a wealthy man living in Barbados who gets bored with his everyday life and decides to become a pirate. With his ragtag crew, Bonnet sets sail on the Revenge and has a wild string of misadventures, including a run-in with the infamous pirate Edward Teach, aka Blackbeard (Taika Waititi).

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By its premise, Our Flag Means Death sounds like total escapist fun, and it is, but the show has also been widely praised for its array of LGBTQ+ representation, as Our Flag Means Death features three gay romantic relationships. Beyond representation, it's simply one of the funniest and best shows on Max.

While it continues to be one of the most popular shows on Max, Our Flag Means Death season 3 was unfortunately canceled.

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Sex And The City (1998-2004)

Sex and the City Release Date June 6, 1998 Cast Kim Cattrall , Cynthia Nixon , Sarah Jessica Parker , Kristin Davis Seasons 6

Sex and the City is one of Max’s most iconic and timeless shows, creating an enduring legacy that can be felt decades on from its release. Featuring an all-female lead cast, the show chronicles the lives of four New Yorkers — Carrie Bradshaw portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker, Samantha Jones portrayed by Kim Cattrall, Charlotte York portrayed by Kristin Davis, and Miranda Hobbes portrayed by Cynthia Nixon — as they negotiate their wild dating lives in the Big Apple. The show is credited with helping the network gain tremendous viewership and popularity, as well as spawning a slew of lesser imitators.

Sex and the City spinoff And Just Like That is also available to stream on Max, as are the Sex and the City movies.

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The Righteous Gemstones (2019-)

The Righteous Gemstones Release Date August 18, 2019 Cast John Goodman , Danny McBride , Edi Patterson , Adam Devine Seasons 2

The contrast between Jesse's personality and his job as an associate pastor is a big reason why The Righteous Gemstones is so hilarious.

Dysfunctional families are the stuff that TV comedy dreams are made of, and The Righteous Gemstones doesn't disappoint. It centers on the titular Gemstone clan, a family of televangelists led by patriarch Eli Gemstone (John Goodman), the lead pastor of the Gemstone Salvation Center, a megachurch in Charleston, South Carolina.

This is Danny McBride's third series for HBO, after Eastbound & Down and Vice Principals, and it's quite possibly his best. He's in top form playing his typical loudmouth, profane characters, and the contrast between Jesse's personality and his job as an associate pastor is a big reason why The Righteous Gemstones is so hilarious.

HBO has renewed The Righteous Gemstones for season 4, though a release date has yet to be announced.

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Barry (2018-2023)

Barry Release Date March 25, 2018 Cast Sarah Goldberg , Anthony Carrigan , Henry Winkler , Glenn Fleshler , Stephen Root , Bill Hader Seasons 4 Story By Alec Berg

Perhaps the darkest comedy series on Max, Barry may seem like it has a fun premise — an unhappy hitman accidentally joins an acting class and wants to give up his profession to try and make it as a Hollywood star — but it's really a haunting meditation on past trauma and finding one's purpose in life.

However, that doesn't mean there aren't laughs to be had, particularly from pompous acting coach Gene Cousineau (Henry Winkler) and bubbly mobster NoHo Hank (Anthony Carrigan). But Bill Hader, who also co-created the show with Alec Berg, is the true standout as the titular anti-hero, and he's won two Emmys for his work. For those who like their comedy with a side of existential dread, Barry is their best bet.

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Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000-Present)

Curb Your Enthusiasm Release Date October 15, 2000 Cast Larry David , Jeff Garlin , Cheryl Hines , Susie Essman , J.B. Smoove Seasons 12

With over 20 awards to its name and all 11 seasons to stream on Max, Curb Your Enthusiasm makes for a pretty, pretty, pretty good bingewatch.

From the show about nothing to a show about his life, Curb Your Enthusiasm sees Seinfeld co-creator Larry David play a semi-fictionalized version of himself. Peak cringe comedy, each episode inevitably sees Larry get himself into a social conflict, often sprung from either his flouting or ignorance of social conventions.

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Larry David is hilarious in Curb Your Enthusiasm, but he's bolstered by a deeply talented supporting cast, with the profane Susie (Susie Greene) and the blunt yet mellow Leon (J. B. Smoove) two particular standouts who always deliver the laughs. With over 20 awards to its name and all 11 seasons to stream on Max, Curb Your Enthusiasm makes for a pretty, pretty, pretty good bingewatch.

The final season of Curb Your Enthusiasm is currently airing on HBO, with new epsiodes also available to stream on Max as they arrive.

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Rain Dogs (2023)

Rain Dogs Release Date June 3, 2023 Cast Daisy May Cooper , Jack Farthing , Ronke Adekoluejo , Fleur Tashijan , Adrian Edmondson Seasons 1

A heartfelt black comedy from the UK, Rain Dogs follows a single mother struggling to make ends meet and support her adolescent daughter. Starring Daisy May Cooper in the lead, the unconventional family drama employs dark gallows humor to hilarious effect. The series won critical acclaim and was even recognized as the number-one-rated new show for the first half of 2023 in the United States, according to Metacritic. Despite plenty of established competition, Rain Dogs easily ranks among the best comedy TV shows on Max.

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Veep (2012-2019)

Veep Release Date April 22, 2012 Cast Anna Chlumsky , Timothy Simons , Julia Louis-Dreyfus , Reid Scott , Tony Hale , Matt Walsh , Kevin Dunn , Sufe Bradshaw Seasons 7

Louis-Dreyfus shattered the supposed "Seinfeld curse", winning a staggering six consecutive Emmys for her role

From the brilliant mind of Armando Iannucci comes the whip-smart political satire Veep. It stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Selina Meyer, who is elected Vice President of the United States, and her dependable, hilarious support staff. While Selina's party affiliation is never revealed, Veep offers shrewd commentary and is a brilliant send-up of almost every political trope. Louis-Dreyfus shattered the supposed "Seinfeld curse", winning a staggering six consecutive Emmys for her role, proving that she has and will always be one of the funniest, most talented actors on television, and the show itself is a comedy masterpiece.

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The Other Two (2019-2023)

The Other Two Release Date January 24, 2019 Cast Heléne Yorke , Drew Tarver , Case Walker , Ken Marino , Molly Shannon , Brandon Scott Jones , Josh Segarra Seasons 3

Drew Tarver and Case Walker star in The Other Two, a comedy about two siblings who must grow up in the limelight of their younger sibling’s pop-star fame. Co-created by Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider, the series' premise sees it take a novel approach to familiar problems like family drama and sibling rivalry. Molly Shannon is hilarious as the lead pair's fame-hungry mother, and the show made the move to Max after season 1 following a successful debut on Comedy Central.

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Somebody Somewhere (2022-)

Somebody Somewhere Release Date January 16, 2022 Cast Bridget Everett , Jeff Hiller , Mary Catherine Garrison , Danny McCarthy , Mike Hagerty , Murray Hill , Jane Drake Brody Seasons 2

With a third season in the works, the pressure is on for the show to continue its 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating from seasons 1 and 2.

Created by Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen, Somebody Somewhere is another roaring comedy success for HBO. The series follows Sam, portrayed by Bridgett Everett, who suffers a midlife crisis following the traumatic and surprising death of her sister. Set in Manhattan, Kansas, the show poignantly deals with loss and identity in a way that is both touching and funny — a difficult balance to strike. With a third season in the works, the pressure is on for the show to continue its 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating from seasons 1 and 2.

Somebody Somewhere was ranking among the Top 10 Television Programs of 2022 at the American Film Institute Awards.

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Best Drama TV Shows On Max

The Gilded Age (2022-Present)

The Gilded Age Release Date January 24, 2022 Cast Carrie Coon , Morgan Spector , Louisa Jacobson , Denée Benton , Taissa Farmiga , Harry Richardson , Blake Ritson , Christine Baranski , Cynthia Nixon Seasons 1

Julian Fellowes crosses the pond to share the stories of 1880s New York elite with The Gilded Age. The Downton Abbey creator focuses his HBO series on the Upper East Side's rapidly changing high society as the old-money socialite Agnes van Rhijn (Christine Baranski) contends with her Fifth Avenue neighbors, the new-money Russells (Carrie Coon and Morgan Spector). Caught in the middle is Agnes' young niece Martha Brook, who is reliant on Agnes' charity but yearns for her freedom.

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A Fellowes show through and through, The Gilded Age is full of astonishing period costumes, powerhouse performances, and scandalous storylines that still manage to offer a deep commentary on society.

While it has yet to receive a release date from HBO, The Gilded Age season 3 is confirmed and currently in development.

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Chernobyl (2019)

Chernobyl Release Date June 3, 2019 Cast Stellan Skarsgård , Jared Harris Seasons 1 Story By Craig Mazin

The miniseries thoroughly deserved its Outstanding Limited Series Emmy win

From Band of Brothers to John Adams, nobody does a historical miniseries better than HBO, and Chernobyl is another resounding example. The miniseries tells the story of the horrific 1986 Chernobyl power plant disaster from several characters' perspectives, from those who were involved in it to those who dealt with its aftermath.

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Chernobyl is unsurprisingly a difficult watch and its relentless pacing is unforgiving for the viewer, but this provides an immersive experience that allows the audience to fully grasp the tragedies of the disaster. The miniseries thoroughly deserved its Outstanding Limited Series Emmy win, and it's one of the best dramas on Max.

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Band Of Brothers (2001)

Band of Brothers Release Date September 9, 2001 Cast Kirk Acevedo , Eion Bailey , Michael Cudlitz , Dale Dye , Scott Grimes , Frank John Hughes , Damian Lewis , Ron Livingston , James Madio , Neal McDonough , David Schwimmer , Richard Speight Jr. , Donnie Wahlberg , Matthew Settle , Rick Warden , Marc Warren , Dexter Fletcher , Colin Hanks , Ross McCall Seasons 1

Created by the Hollywood dream team of Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, Band of Brothers is not only one of HBO's best miniseries but its best shows period. Starring a cast of TV's best actors, from Billions' Damian Lewis to Blue Bloods' Donne Wahlberg, Band of Brothers centers on a group of WW2 paratroopers and their astonishing achievements in the war.

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The miniseries is a frank and honest depiction of war and all its horrors, but it is neither gratuitous nor romantic and sentimental. Band of Brothers won multiple awards, including Outstanding Miniseries at the Emmys, and there's a reason it's still being talked about over 20 years later.

The Band of Brothers sister series The Pacific is also available to stream on Max.

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Succession (2018-2023)

Succession Release Date June 3, 2018 Cast Hiam Abbass , Alan Ruck , Sarah Snook , Kieran Culkin , Natalie Gold , Nicholas Braun , J. Smith-Cameron , Matthew Macfadyen , Peter Friedman , Brian Cox , Arian Moayed , Jeremy Strong , Rob Yang , Dagmara Dominczyk Seasons 4

Succession uses real-life inspiration to tell a gripping original story that doesn't let up until its devastating finale.

Both a pitch-black comedy and touching family drama, Succession has been rightly praised as one of the stand-out TV shows of the past decade. Brian Cox stars in Succession as the foul-mouthed patriarch of an empire-owning American family tasked with figuring out how best to secure his legacy once he's gone. Deliciously sweary, with some of the sharpest dialogue ever committed to the small screen, Succession uses real-life inspiration to tell a gripping original story that doesn't let up until its devastating finale.

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Succession has won an astounding 84 awards and received 229 nominations, including multiple Primetime Emmy's for Outstanding Drama Series.

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The White Lotus (2021-Present)

The White Lotus Release Date July 11, 2021 Cast Alexandra Daddario , Fred Hechinger , Connie Britton , Murray Bartlett , Sydney Sweeney , Brittany O'Grady , Natasha Rothwell , Jake Lacy , Jennifer Coolidge , Molly Shannon , Steve Zahn , Aubrey Plaza , Theo James , Haley Lu Richardson , Michael Imperioli , F. Murray Abraham , Tom Hollander , Meghann Fahy , Adam DiMarco , Will Sharpe , Leslie Bibb , Dom Hetrakul , Jason Isaacs , Michelle Monaghan , Parker Posey , Tayme Thapthimthong Seasons 2 Writers Mike White

A satirical swipe at classism and the hollowness of pecuniary wealth, The White Lotus is a truly original addition to Max's roster. The anthology spends each new season at a different branch of the White Lotus hotel — initially in Hawaii, and then in Italy. With some notable exceptions, a different cast of characters comes under the spotlight, creating different stories to explore with each outing. Frequently funny, The White Lotus is also an uncomfortable critique of the things society supposedly values.

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The White Lotus season 3 is currently in development, and is expected to arrive on Max when it debuts.

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The Last Of Us (2023-Present)

The Last Of Us Release Date January 15, 2023 Cast Pedro Pascal , Bella Ramsey , Gabriel Luna , Anna Torv , Merle Dandridge , Nick Offerman , Jeffrey Pierce Seasons 1

The show was co-created by Craig Mazin, known for Chernobyl, and Neil Druckmann, the original game’s director

One of the most successful videogame-to-screen adaptations ever, The Last of Us rewrote the rulebook on what a live-action version of a game can be. The post-apocalyptic drama stars Pedro Pascal as Joel, a smuggler tasked with aiding Ellie, played by Bella Ramsey, a teenager immune to the pandemic that destroyed humanity.

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The show was co-created by Craig Mazin, known for Chernobyl, and Neil Druckmann, the original game’s director, and has been credited for its faithful retelling of the original story, as well as its ability to adapt the source material to a different format when necessary. With season 2 on the way, The Last of Us is already established as one of 2023's best TV series.

The Last of Us was nominated for 117 awards and won 36, including Golden Globe nominations for Best Television Series - Drama, and Best Actor and Actress in a television drama for both Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey.

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Euphoria (2019-)

Euphoria Release Date June 16, 2019 Cast Storm Reid , Jacob Elordi , Maude Apatow , Hunter Schafer , Zendaya , Barbie Ferreira , Alexa Demie , Nika King , Colman Domingo , Eric Dane , Sydney Sweeney , Angus Cloud , Algee Smith Seasons 2

Controversial and celebrated in equal measure, Euphoria is somewhat notorious for its uncompromising depiction of teenagehood. Starring screen favorites Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, and numerous other gifted actors delivering exceptional performances, this show is a devastating mixture of gripping drama and heartbreaking tragedy, making for an undeniably compelling watch. Seriously bingeworthy and boasting a fabulous soundtrack, Euphoria has struck a chord with a younger generation of TV viewers.

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Best Fantasy Shows On Max

House Of The Dragon (2022-Present)

House of the Dragon Release Date August 21, 2022 Cast Fabien Frankel , Graham McTavish , Olivia Cooke , Gavin Spokes , Sonoya Mizuno , Steve Toussaint , Matt Smith , Matthew Needham , Rhys Ifans , Emma D'Arcy Seasons 1 Franchise Game of Thrones

Set about 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones

Following the contentious conclusion to the sweeping fantasy drama Game of Thrones, expectations were mixed ahead of House of the Dragon's debut. As it turns out, fans needn't have worried. The prequel, set about 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, chronicles the power-hungry Targaryen family and the beginning of their decline. Matt Smith, Paddy Considine, and Emma D’Arcy deliver riveting performances, while the series' plot dispenses with Game of Thrones' more controversial elements to tell a streamlined and thrilling story.

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House of the Dragon season 2 has already been completed, and has a debut date of June 16, 2024. The second season of the Game of Thrones spinoff will also debut on Max alongside the HBO network, meaning Max subscribers can keep up with the hit show from the moment it arrives. The first season of HotD was incredibly well received by the majority of GoT fans and, given what's known to come thanks to the source material by George R.R. Martin, it's only going to get even more intense.

Related House Of The Dragon Cast: Every Game of Thrones Prequel Character Explained Upcoming Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon will introduce viewers to a brand new cast and set of characters. Here's what to know about them.

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Game Of Thrones (2011-2019)

One of the most-talked-about fantasy dramas ever made, Game of Thrones was the definitive TV experience for nearly a decade. Attracting huge viewership numbers, the show chronicled the epic struggle for the throne of Westeros between competing factions. Blending action with backstabbing political intrigue, the show's initial strength came from its willingness to kill off anyone and everyone in aid of furthering the story. Despite being marred by a sub-par finale, Game of Thrones remains one of the best TV shows on Max.

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Lovecraft Country (2020)

Lovecraft Country Cast Aunjanue Ellis , Jurnee Smollett , Michael K. Williams , Jamie Chung , Jonathan Majors , Wunmi Mosaku , Jordan Patrick Smith , Abbey Lee , Courtney B. Vance , Jada Harris Release Date August 16, 2020 Seasons 1

Constant danger both from Eldritch monstrosities and a prejudiced society.

The horror-drama Lovecraft Country is one of several shows show main criticism is that it ended too soon. The show on Max is based on the novel of the same name by Matt Ruff, and both successfully merge the writings and themes of H.P. Lovecraft with the heightened racial tensions of the Jim Crow era of the 1950s — an especially poignant creative decision given Lovecraft's notorious and problematic views on race. The show stars Jurnee Smollett and Jonathan Majors as they travel across America trying to survive constant danger both from Eldritch monstrosities and a prejudiced society.

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Best Crime TV Shows On Max

The Sopranos (1999-2007)

The Sopranos Release Date January 10, 1999 Cast James Gandolfini , Lorraine Bracco , Edie Falco , Michael Imperioli , Dominic Chianese , Steven Van Zandt , Tony Sirico , Robert Iler , Jamie-Lynn Sigler Seasons 6

Often hailed as the greatest TV show of all time, The Sopranos helped redefine the modern television landscape. With ambitious storytelling, electric writing, and some of the most iconic performances ever seen on the small screen, it's little wonder the show continues to receive acclaim. The plot revolves around Tony Soprano, portrayed by James Gandolfini, an Italian mobster based out of New Jersey who struggles to balance family life with the pressures of being a crime boss. Influential long after its conclusion, The Sopranos deservedly features on multiple "must-watch" lists of the best television series.

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The Flight Attendant (2020-2022)

The Flight Attendant Release Date November 26, 2020 Cast Kaley Cuoco , Michelle Gomez , Michiel Huisman , Griffin Matthews , Colin Woodell , Rosie Perez , Merle Dandridge , Nolan Gerard Funk , Zosia Mamet , T.R. Knight Seasons 2 Writers Griffin Matthews

A pulpy noir that is also outrageously funny and searingly heartwrenching

While stars of long-running sitcoms often never find success after their shows end, The Big Bang Theory's Kaley Cuoco is only seeing her career reach new heights. She headlines The Flight Attendant as Cassie Bowden, a charming flight attendant living with alcoholism who wakes up hungover from a fling in Bangkok, only to find herself next to the dead body of her lover. The fact that Cassie can barely remember the night before only further complicates things.

Based on the novel of the same name by Chris Bohjalian, The Flight Attendant is a pulpy noir that is also outrageously funny and searingly heartwrenching. As Cassie sometimes clumsily, sometimes successfully tries to uncover the truth, the audience is shown a warts-and-all portrait of a woman with many, many flaws but also deep-rooted vulnerabilities. Cassie is the most complex character Cuoco has ever played, and her outstanding performance makes The Flight Attendant one of the best shows on Max.

While the first two seasons managed to garner a loyal following, The Flight Attendant was unfortunately canceled before season 3 could arrive.

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The Wire (2002-2008)

Just as The Sopranos redefined Mafia TV shows, The Wire was a fiercely original update to the classic police procedural. Inside of showing the war on drugs from one side of the legal line, the show created a rich tapestry of characters spanning every stage of the process – from hard-boiled detective Jimmy McNulty, to the charming and dangerous drug kingpin Stringer Bell.

The Wire probably ranks among the most ambitious shows ever made, with each series switching up the focus to paint a comprehensive portrait of the drugs trade. Led by an incredible ensemble cast, it remains one of the best TV shows ever.

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True Detective (2014-)

Showcasing two exceptional performances from McConaughey and Harrelson

It is difficult to overstate how compelling and exciting True Detective was during its astonishing debut season in 2014. Nick Pizzolatto's anthology crime drama begins with a demonic tale of abuse and murder set in Louisiana, showcasing two exceptional performances from McConaughey and Harrelson. Subsequent seasons boast equally impressive casts, with the likes of Rachel McAdams, Colin Farrell, and Mehershala Ali all appearing.

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New episodes of True Detective season 4, officially titled True Detective: Night Country, are also available to stream on Max.

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Love & Death (2023)

Love & Death Release Date April 27, 2023 Cast Elizabeth Olsen , Jesse Plemons , Patrick Fugit , Lily Rabe , Keir Gilchrist , Elizabeth Marvel , Tom Pelphrey , Krysten Ritter Seasons 1 Website https://www.hbomax.com/series/love-and-death

Whether in documentary or scripted form, true crime series have become a staple of the 2020s, and Love & Death is the second miniseries in two years centered around Candy Montgomery, the Texan housewife accused of murdering her friend Betty Gore with an ax. The first miniseries, Candy, starred Jessica Biel as Montgomery, and in Love & Death, she's played by Elizabeth Olsen. When Candy becomes interested in fellow church-goer Allan Gore (Jesse Plemons), the two strike up an affair.

The end result is Candy killing Allan's wife Betty (Lily Rabe) with an ax and being put on trial for her murder, though Candy insists she acted in self-defense. While Love & Death hits the beats of a suburban true crime story with a bit too much familiarity, the performances of the main cast, particularly Olsen's, make Love & Death a captivating watch.

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Best Science Fiction & Superhero TV Shows On Max

Station Eleven (2021)

Station Eleven Release Date December 16, 2021 Cast Mackenzie Davis , Himesh Patel Seasons 1

Station Eleven takes place 20 years after a flu pandemic wiped out most of civilization.

Sci-fi fare can be eerily timely, and this is definitely true for Max miniseries Station Eleven, based on the bestselling Emily St. John Mandel novel of the same name. Released during COVID-19 (with its production impacted by the pandemic), Station Eleven takes place 20 years after a flu pandemic wiped out most of civilization.

It follows a performing troupe called the Traveling Symphony as they try to give hope (and find it themselves) in a broken world. While most dystopian stories are bleak and depressing, Station Eleven, though not without its hardships, maintains a hopeful tone throughout, and whether viewers are watching it in a pandemic or not, it's a beautiful reminder that the show must always go on.

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Peacemaker (2022-)

Peacemaker Release Date January 13, 2022 Cast Steve Agee , Christopher Heyerdahl , Jennifer Holland , Annie Chang , John Cena , Chukwudi Iwuji , Danielle Brooks , Robert Patrick , Lochlyn Munro , Chris Conrad Seasons 1 Story By James Gunn

Peacemaker is one of the most violent characters in the DCU and rarely misses a chance to pick a fight.

Reprising his somewhat surprising breakout role from James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad, John Cena returns for the stand-alone series Peacemaker. Despite his pacifistic pseudonym, Peacemaker is one of the most violent characters in the DCU and rarely misses a chance to pick a fight. Gunn returns as writer and director, providing more of the signature humor and wit that made the character so popular in the 2021 DCEU entry. Alongside Cena, co-star Jennifer Holland also delivers a superb performance, making Peacemaker one of the best sci-fi shows on Max.

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Best Animated TV Shows On Max

Harley Quinn (2019-)

Harley Quinn Release Date November 29, 2019 Cast Kaley Cuoco , Lake Bell , Alan Tudyk , Ron Funches , Tony Hale , Jason Alexander Seasons 4 Story By Paul Dini, Bruce Timm

After Margot Robbie's portrayal in the DCEU, Harley Quinn has become one of DC's most recognizable characters. However, anyone familiar with the character through film alone may well be shocked at the gloriously profane representation seen in Harley Quinn. Offering a less-than-serious take on some of Batman's most recognizable opponents and compatriots, the show is gratuitously vulgar and frequently hilarious, thriving in its ability to lampoon characters that can become tediously serious in other projects. Critically acclaimed across its run, Harley Quinn continues to be a major hit for Max into its fourth season.

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Rick & Morty (2013-)

Rick and Morty Release Date December 2, 2013 Cast Spencer Grammer , Kari Wahlgren , Chris Parnell , Sarah Chalke , Ian Cardoni , Harry Belden Seasons 7 Writers Dan Harmon , Justin Roiland , Tom Kauffman , Eric Acosta

A madcap adventure that spans different dimensions, planets, and timelines

Created by Community's Dan Harmon, Rick and Morty is understandably considered to be one of the most significant animated shows of the past decade. Following the Back to the Future-inspired adventures of boorish genius Rick Sanchez and his skittish grandson Morty, the show is a madcap adventure that spans different dimensions, planets, and timelines. Laced with inventive comedy and classic standalone stories, Rick and Morty is a hugely entertaining riot from beginning to end. Rick and Morty season 7 arrived on Max in January too, making February one of the best times to catch the show on the platform.

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Adventure Time (2010-2018)

Adventure Time Release Date May 10, 2010 Cast Tom Kenny , Hynden Walch , Jeremy Shada , John DiMaggio , Niki Yang Seasons 10 Writers Pendleton Ward

Animated series often fall into two camps: pure kid fare or wildly meant for adults, like Family Guy. That's what makes Adventure Time such a treasure — it's sharp enough to appeal to adults while still having a sense of whimsy, fun, and lack of mature themes that older kids and teens can enjoy too. It centers on friends and adoptive brothers Finn the Human and Jake the Dog who have magical shape-shifting powers and together they, of course, go on adventures.

Adventure Time won eight Emmys over the course of its run and its awards pedigree, combined with the show's proud gender inclusivity and diversity, make it one to add to the streaming queue.

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