On January 13, 2026, Germany will receive a new streaming service: HBO Max from Warner Bros. will not only bring classic series such as Game of Thrones, The Sopranos and The Wire to a German platform, but also highly acclaimed new productions such as the Emmy award-winning hospital series The Pitt. In addition to exclusive series, users can expect an extensive range of live sports, including the 2026 Winter Olympics. HBO Max is thus positioning itself as a premium streaming provider with a wide range of content and state-of-the-art functions.
- Launch on January 13, 2026 in Germany
- Exclusive series: The Pitt, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and classics such as The Sopranos
- Three subscription models with advertising, full HD or 4K Dolby Atmos sound
- Live sport including the 2026 Winter Olympics and Eurosport content
HBO Max: series highlights and new productions
At the heart of HBO Max are its series. The Pitt, winner of the 2025 Emmy Awards for “Best Drama Series”, starts with a complete season one and new episodes of the second season every week. The series offers intense insights into the clinical life of an emergency room in Pittsburgh: each episode depicts a 15-hour shift virtually in real time. In addition to exciting medical cases, the series deals with social issues such as the lack of health insurance for many Americans without coming across as preachy.
In addition, numerous HBO classics will be available exclusively in this country. These include Game of Thrones, Boardwalk Empire, Six Feet Under, The Wire and more recent series such as The Last of Us and House of the Dragon. Fans can also stream the prequel A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms from January 18. For German viewers, HBO Max will soon also be offering its own production, Banksters. The app is now listed in the Google Play Store and can be pre-registered.
Technical features and subscription models
HBO Max can be used on a wide range of devices: Smart TVs from Samsung, LG and Android TV, Google Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV 4K, games consoles and via web browser.
The subscription models differ in terms of price and features:
- Basic subscription: €5.99 per month, 1080p, two parallel streams, advertising
- Standard subscription: €11.99 per month, 1080p, two streams, ad-free, full HD, 5.1-channel sound
- Premium subscription: €16.99 per month, four streams, 4K picture, Dolby Atmos sound
In addition, a sports package can be booked for €3 per month, which includes all live Eurosport content and the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Conclusion
With the launch of HBO Max in Germany, viewers have access to an extensive range of series and sports that combines classic HBO hits with current highlights. Exclusive series, weekly episodes and the integration of live sport make the service an attractive option for anyone who wants premium content on demand. The three flexible subscription models allow individual adjustments to streaming needs and budgets.
Source: HBO Max
