HBO has always been the gold standard of television, and its streaming platform (now simply called "Max") delivers that same prestige quality. If you've been sleeping on HBO content, here are the 8 series you need to start immediately.
1. The Last of Us Season 2
The video game adaptation that silenced every skeptic returns for its second season. Covering the events of The Last of Us Part II, this season is darker, more complex, and emotionally devastating. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey deliver career-defining performances. If you only watch one show this year, make it this one.
2. House of the Dragon Season 3
The Game of Thrones prequel continues the Targaryen civil war with bigger dragons, bloodier battles, and more political scheming. Season 2's "Blood and Cheese" episode proved this show doesn't pull punches, and Season 3 is expected to deliver the full-scale war fans have been waiting for.
3. The White Lotus Season 3
Mike White's satirical anthology moves to Thailand for its third installment. New cast, new location, same sharp writing that makes you question the morality of everyone on screen — including yourself. It's the kind of show that sparks conversations for days after each episode.
4. Euphoria Season 3
Zendaya's Emmy-winning performance as Rue continues in the long-awaited third season. The show's unflinching look at teen life, addiction, and identity has made it a cultural phenomenon. The visual style alone — with its neon-drenched cinematography — is worth watching on the biggest screen you have.
5. True Detective: Night Country (Season 4)
Jodie Foster leads the latest chapter of the True Detective anthology, set in the frozen landscape of Alaska. Eight men vanish from a research station, and the investigation that follows is as chilling as the setting. It brought the franchise back to its Season 1 glory.
6. Hacks Season 4
Jean Smart's Deborah Vance is one of the best characters on television right now. The comedy-drama about a legendary comedian and her young writer continues to evolve, with Season 4 tackling the changing landscape of comedy in the age of social media and cancel culture.
7. The Penguin
Colin Farrell's transformation into Oz Cobb (The Penguin) from The Batman universe is jaw-dropping. This crime drama set in Gotham City feels more like a Scorsese film than a comic book show. It's gritty, grounded, and proves that villain origin stories can be compelling television.
8. Industry Season 3
The most underrated show on HBO. Set in the high-stakes world of London finance, Industry combines workplace drama with relationship chaos and class commentary. It's fast-paced, unpredictable, and absolutely addictive once you get past the first two episodes.
Why HBO Content Deserves the Big Screen
HBO shows are known for their cinematic production values. The cinematography of House of the Dragon, the visual effects of The Last of Us, the stylistic choices of Euphoria — these are made for big screens, not phone screens.
Streaming HBO Max on an Android TV box connected to your living room TV gives you the experience these shows were designed for. Crisp visuals, proper audio, and no distractions. Just premium content the way it was meant to be watched.
Getting Started with Max
Max (formerly HBO Max) is available in the Philippines through select partners and plans. Once you have access, install the app on your Android TV box and you're set. The library goes deep — beyond these 8 picks, you have access to classics like The Sopranos, The Wire, Band of Brothers, and hundreds of Warner Bros. films.
Quality content deserves quality viewing. Set up once, stream endlessly.
