New Korean romantic comedy series, The Practical Guide to Love, starring Han Ji-min, Park Sung-hoon and Lee Ki-taek is set to make its streaming debut on Saturday, February 28 on HBO Max.The 12-episode TVING Original drama series portrays the struggle of finding love in this day and age, and presents a modern take on blind dating – following career-driven Lee Ui-young (played by Han Ji-min), in her pursuit to find love efficiently. On a quest to find her other half, she finds herself caught in an unexpected love triangle and drawn to two very different individuals.
Photo Credit: TVING | HBO Max
StarringHan Ji-min (Heavenly Ever After, Our Blues, Love Scout), Park Sung-hoon (Squid Game, The Glory) and Lee Ki-taek (Bon Appetit, My Happy Ending), The Practical Guide to Love is directed by Lee Jae-hun (Run On, Good Manager), with Hwangbo Sang-mi as Executive Producer. The series is written by Lee Yi-jin and produced by SLL.
Stream as Ui-young discovers the true meaning of love on The Practical Guide to Love on HBO Max from February 28.
The new year opens with a power-packed lineup on HBO Max, bringing together bold storytelling, exciting premieres, and comforting favorites that feel just right for January viewing. From prestige HBO Originals and cinematic movies to Korean hits and reality series, this month promises a wonderfully uplifting streaming experience for every kind of fan.
Whether you’re craving fantasy, drama, animation, or real-life stories, HBO Max sets a confident tone for 2026—one great title at a time.
Must-Watch HBO Originals and Max Original Series
January shines with the return and arrival of highly anticipated series. Leading the charge is Max Original The Pitt Season Two, premiering January 9, with Emmy®-winner Noah Wyle delivering another compelling performance in this gripping drama.
Also arriving this month is HBO Original Industry Season Four, streaming on January 12, continuing its sharp, high-stakes exploration of ambition and power. For fantasy fans, HBO Original A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms premieres January 19, expanding a beloved universe with rich lore, intriguing characters, and cinematic scale. The series will also air on HBO at 10pm PHT.
Big Movies to Stream This January
Movie nights feel more rewarding with HBO Max’s January slate of films—perfect for solo viewing or shared weekends at home:
Jurassic World Rebirth – Premiering January 9 Also on HBO on January 10 at 9pm PHT
Jurassic World Rebirth
Trust – January 16
Trust
All the Devils Are Here – January 23
All the Devils Are Here
Smurfs (2025) – January 30 Also on HBO on January 31 at 9pm PHT
Smurfs
Adding cinematic weight to the lineup is the critically acclaimed One Battle After Another, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn—a powerful film that resonates with emotional depth and unforgettable performances.
One Battle After Another
Korean Entertainment Spotlight: New TVING Hub
Fans of Korean content have plenty to celebrate. HBO Max introduces a brand-new TVING branded hub, featuring exclusive premieres and standout titles from CJ ENM and TVING.
The Judge Return
Among the highlights are Dear X, Villains, and ongoing episodes of The Judge Returns, starring Ji Sung as Lee Han-young. The series follows a corrupt judge who meets an unjust death and is sent back in time, given a chance to correct past mistakes. New episodes stream every Friday and Saturday, while the finales of Villains and Amadeus arrive on January 8 and January 18, respectively.
Family-Friendly and Animated Favorites
January also brings joyful content for younger viewers and families. New episodes of animated favorites include:
Talking Tom Heroes: Suddenly Super – January 8 and 29
Talking Tom Heroes: Suddenly Super
Tiny Toons Looniversity Season Two – January 15 and 22
Tiny Toons Looniversity
Bright, playful, and full of positive energy, these shows offer feel-good entertainment that balances the month’s heavier dramas.
Reality Series Worth Watching
Reality fans won’t feel left out, with a lineup that blends mystery, adventure, and competition:
ID’s The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story – January 7
Food Network’s Wildcard Kitchen Season Two – January 12
Discovery’s Ed Stafford’s Rite of Passage – January 20
ID’s The Curious Case of… Season Two – January 27
Discovery’s Ed Stafford’s Rite of Passage
Each series delivers raw storytelling and fascinating perspectives that keep viewers engaged and curious.
Stream More This January on HBO Max
Subscribe to HBO Max via www.hbomax.com, the Apple App Store, or Google Play Store for only ₱149 per month or ₱1,040 for 12 months. Stream anytime, anywhere, on your preferred device—and start the year with content that feels exciting, positive, and truly worth watching.
In a major reveal during its press presentation in New York City, HBO has officially extended its commitment to the Game of Thrones universe—renewing both House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms for new seasons every year through 2028.
Casey Bloys, Chairman and CEO of HBO and HBO Max Content, confirmed the franchise’s multi-year future, emphasizing the global popularity and creative strength of the fantasy epic. Both shows will continue to premiere on HBO and stream exclusively via HBO Max.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Early Second Season Renewal
Even before its highly anticipated premiere on January 19, 2026, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has already been renewed for a second season, set to debut in 2027.
This original half-hour drama shines a spotlight on the unlikely pairing of Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall and his quirky companion Egg, in a heartwarming and adventurous tale set a century before Game of Thrones.
The season one cast features Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Daniel Ings, Bertie Carvel, and more, with George R. R. Martin co-creating the series alongside Ira Parker.
House of the Dragon: Season 4 Confirmed Before Season 3 Premiere
HBO’s fiery hit House of the Dragon is also blazing forward with a confirmed fourth season, scheduled to premiere in 2028. This comes ahead of the show’s third season, which will arrive in Summer 2026.
Set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, the series dramatizes the turbulent history of House Targaryen. With dragons, dynasties, and betrayal at the heart of its story, the show has remained a ratings juggernaut and fan favorite.
Returning cast members include Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, Olivia Cooke, and Steve Toussaint, with showrunner Ryan Condal and George R. R. Martin leading the creative charge.
A Shared Universe with Endless Potential
Francesca Orsi, EVP of HBO Programming and Head of Drama Series and Films, celebrated the double renewal with confidence:
“We are thrilled to be able to deliver new seasons of these two series for the next three years, for the legion of fans of the Game of Thrones universe. Together, House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms reveal just how expansive and richly imagined George R. R. Martin’s universe continues to be.”
Orsi also teased what’s ahead:
“In January, I think audiences will be delighted by the inspiring underdog tale of Dunk and Egg that George and Ira Parker have so beautifully captured. And this Summer, House of the Dragon is set to ignite once again with some of its most epic battles yet.”
New Korean drama series, Dear X starring Kim You-jung and Kim Young-dae was featured at the 2025 Busan International Film Festival and is set to make its streaming debut on Thursday, November 6 on HBO Max.
The 12-episode romance thriller drama series from TVING is adapted from the popular award-winning NAVER Webtoon of the same name, written by Van Zi-un. Dear X tells the story of Baek Ah Jin (played by Kim You-jung), a successful actress who hides her history of trauma and rises to the top through manipulation and deception, protected at all costs by her love interest, Yoon Jun Seo (played by Kim Young-dae).
The highly anticipated series has already garnered immense traction since its announcement and presents a star-studded cast, including Kim You-jung (My Demon, Love in the Moonlight), Kim Young-dae (No Gain No Love, The Penthouse: War in Life), Kim Do-hoon (Love Scout, Your Honor) and Lee Yul-eum (The 8 Show, Queen: Love and War). Dear X, the series, by legendary Director, Lee Eung-bok (Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, Descendants of the Sun) and Park So-hyeon, is developed by Studio Dragon, produced by Monster Union and Siwoo Company, and written by Choi Ja-won and Van Zi-un.
As part of the recently announced multi-year partnership between CJ ENM and Warner Bros. Discovery, Dear X marks the first exclusive new original series to premiere on HBO Max across Asia Pacific, where available. In 2026, a TVING branded hub will launch on HBO Max in 17 markets – including Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Hong Kong – giving fans access to exclusive premieres of TVING’s new K-drama titles, alongside hundreds of hours of the best of CJ ENM’s and TVING’s series.
Fans of Korean entertainment, look out! Stream new Korean drama series, Dear X starring Kim You-jung and Kim Young-dae from November 6 and livestream the highly anticipated 2025 MAMA AWARDS from CJ ENM on November 28 – 29, featuring some of the biggest K-POP stars, on HBO Max.
With Halloween just around the corner, we invite thrill-seekers to explore HBO Max’s Trick or Treat rail and stream hits like Sinners and Final Destination Bloodlines, as well as the upcoming early premiere of HBO Original, IT: Welcome to Derry’s episode two on October 31.
FEATURED MOVIES ON HBO MAX
HBO Original My Mom Jayne, a movie by Mariska Hargitay, premiering November 2
Max Original Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go, premiering November 6
Death of a Unicorn, premiering November 7 and will also be available on HBO on November 8 at 10pm SGT
Armor, premiering November 14
Winter Spring Summer or Fall, premiering November 22 and will also be available on HBO same day at 9pm SGT
London Calling, premiering November 28 and will also be available on HBO on November 29 at 9pm SGT
FEATURED SERIES ON HBO MAX
HBO Original I Love LA, premiering November 3 will also be available on HBO same day at 11.30am SGT
All Her Fault, premiering November 6
Dear X, premiering November 6
E.B. White’s Charlotte’s Web, premiering November 12
New episodes of Jellystone! Season three, premiering November 13 / 27
New episodes of Mr Bean: The Animated Series Season four, premiering November 13 / 27
Stream new episodes of HBO Original IT: Welcome to Derry on Mondays, and catch Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren in the finale of MobLand on November 18.
Discovery’s 999 Murderer Calling, premiering November 2
Food Network’s Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking Season two, premiering November 3
ID’s Toxic, premiering November 6
Food Network’s Tournament of Champions Season six, premiering November 8
Discovery’s Naked and Afraid: Apocalypse, premiering November 14
ID’s All Access PD: Grand Rapids, premiering November 14
HGTV’s Rock the Block Season six, premiering November 24
Subscribe to HBO Max at www.hbomax.com or via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store from only ₱149/month & ₱1,040/12 months and stream on HBO Max via your preferred device.
From big-name blockbusters to binge-worthy series, HBO Max brings major energy this September with new originals, returning favorites, and celebratory specials that fans won’t want to miss.
Headliners You’ll Want to Stream First
“Task” – Premiering September 8 Mark Ruffalo and Fabien Frankel headline this gritty new HBO Original series packed with tension, secrets, and drama. Streaming on HBO Max and HBO (9AM).
Task
“The Paper” – Premiering September 4 Created by Greg Daniels (The Office), this fresh comedy series stars Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore. Think workplace antics meet chaotic charm—with laughs guaranteed.
90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? S9Christina in the Country S2Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives OutLethally BlondeMost Wanted: Teen Hacker
Whether you love true crime, tech scandals, or food fights—there’s something real for everyone.
Back to Hogwarts Day – September 1
Celebrate Back to Hogwarts Day with the ultimate Harry Potter collection. Stream all eight Harry Potter films, the Fantastic Beasts movies, Return to Hogwarts, and even Wizards of Baking. Magic never looked better!
Batman Day – Celebrate the Dark Knight
This September, salute Gotham’s finest with Batman Day on HBO Max. Stream legendary titles like:
Heads up! HBO Max is cracking down on password sharing starting this September. Make sure you’re signed up and streaming your way—legit and uninterrupted.
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Discover HBO Max’s Must-Stream Shows and Movies This August
Buckle up for an August packed with award-winning storytelling, thrilling premieres, and exclusive Max Originals. HBO Max is turning up the heat with its most exciting lineup yet—including the Emmy®-nominated series you love and brand-new films that will leave you breathless.
Emmy® Buzz: 142 Nominations and Counting!
HBO Max made history with a record-breaking 142 Emmy® nominations across 20 original titles for the 77th annual Emmy® Awards, airing on September 14 in the U.S. (September 15 in the Philippines). Don’t miss your chance to revisit the nominated series that critics and fans can’t stop talking about.
Fan-Favorite Emmy®-Nominated Originals:
HBO Original The White Lotus Season three – 24 nominations including Outstanding Drama Series
HBO Original The Penguin –24 nominations including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
HBO Original The Last of Us Season two – 17 nominations including Outstanding Drama Series
Max Original Hacks Season four – 15 nominations including Outstanding Comedy Series
Max Original The Pitt – 13 nominations including Outstanding Drama Series
HBO Original House of the Dragon Season two– six nominations including Outstanding Fantasy | Sci-Fi Costumes
HBO Original The Righteous Gemstones Season four – six nominations including Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (Half-Hour)
HBO Original Dune: Prophecy – four nominations including Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Season or Movie
HBO Original The Rehearsal Season two– four nominations including Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series (Nathan Fielder)
HBO Original Mountainhead – one nomination for Outstanding Television Movie
August Premieres You Can’t Miss
Get ready for fresh titles dropping weekly! Whether you’re in the mood for sci-fi, heart-pounding action, feel-good comedy, or reality thrills, HBO Max has it all.
For the kiddos: Tom and Jerry Gokko (August 9), Kung Fu Panda 3 (August 22), and more!
Shark Week + Reality Favorites
From August 10–17, it’s a week of jaw-dropping content! Join Emmy®-winner Tom Bergeron for a deep-sea dance-off in Dancing with Sharks. Plus, explore spine-tingling mysteries with Expedition Unknown: Shark Files, Surviving Jaws, and How to Survive a Shark Attack.
More Reality Premieres:
24 in 24: Last Chef Standing S2 – August 4
Guy’s Ranch Kitchen S7 – August 14
My Lottery Dream Home S17 – August 14
Match Me Abroad S2 – August 15
Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch S4 – August 21
Expedition X S9 – August 24
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing S3 – August 29
Watch All of It on HBO Max—Now for Just ₱149/month!
Experience these hits and more, anytime, anywhere. Subscribe via HBO Max, the Apple App Store, or Google Play Store for just ₱149/month or ₱1,040/year.
Great news for streaming fans! HBO Max is officially back this July, reclaiming its iconic name and bringing its stellar lineup to screens across the Philippines. Originally launched in 2020, the platform briefly rebranded to Max in 2023 after the Warner Media and Discovery merger formed Warner Bros. Discovery. Now, it’s back to HBO Max, blending the best of blockbuster movies, award-winning series, and fresh content under one familiar banner.
What’s New?
Technically, not much has changed, it’s the same app you’ve been using, with a refreshed name and an even deeper library of content. What used to be HBO GO has now fully transitioned into HBO Max, a move that aligns the Philippine experience with the global rollout of Warner Bros. Discovery’s premium streaming service.
This isn’t just a rebrand, it’s an upgrade. HBO Max combines the best of HBO’s critically acclaimed originals with even more fan-favorite movies, shows, and exclusive Max Originals. Think: Game of Thrones, The Last of Us, Euphoria, House of the Dragon, plus blockbuster films, animated classics, and reality content, all in one place.
A Seamless Transition
For existing users, there’s no need to worry. Your login, watch history, and preferences stay the same. Just update the app (or wait for it to update automatically), and you’re ready to dive back in. New users can easily sign up via the HBO Max website or app, available across devices, from smart TVs and tablets to phones and laptops.
More Content, Same Commitment
With HBO Max, subscribers can expect a steady stream of exciting new titles, global hits, and localized favorites. Whether you’re into gripping dramas, hilarious comedies, or eye-opening documentaries, there’s always something worth watching.
Ready to Stream?
If you’re already subscribed, congratulations, you’re on HBO Max! If not, there’s never been a better time to sign up and start streaming. With a revamped platform, a powerful content lineup, and the same user-friendly app interface, HBO Max is the future of premium streaming in the Philippines.
Subscribe to HBO Max at HBO Max or via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store from only ₱149/month & ₱1,040/12 months and stream on HBO Max via your preferred device.
Get ready for a July streaming lineup that’s packed with thrills, laughs, and must-watch premieres only on Max!
Looking for the hottest entertainment to heat up your screens this July? Max has you covered with an exciting mix of blockbuster movies, buzzworthy series, and iconic favorites—all ready to stream anytime, anywhere.
Big Premieres You Can’t Miss
Kicking off the month, High Rollers brings high-stakes action to your living room on July 5, with a special HBO premiere on July 12 at 9 PM.
Next up is the award-winning sensation Anora, landing on Max on July 12. Starring Oscar® winner Mikey Madison, this acclaimed film is one of the year’s most talked-about releases.
Prepare for edge-of-your-seat suspense with Alarum, premiering July 19 and airing on HBO the same day at 9 PM.
Capping off the month is the chilling thriller Wolf Man, arriving on Max on July 26, also premiering on HBO at 9 PM.
But that’s not all! DC fans can celebrate Independence Day with the highly anticipated Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, a groundbreaking original anime that reimagines the iconic Dark Knight, premiering July 3.
Series You’ll Be Binge-Watching All Month
Max’s July lineup is bursting with fresh episodes and exciting new seasons:
Grosse Pointe Garden SocietyJellystone! Season 3Mechamato Season 3HBO Original RageTiny Toons Looniversity Season 2
And for fans of innovative storytelling, Reframed: Next Gen Narratives, a visionary anthology reimagining classics like A Star is Born and Rebel Without a Cause, streams exclusively on Max from July 8.
Reality TV & Feel-Good Favorites
Ready to mix in some real-life drama and unscripted fun? Check out:
Back to the FrontierHome Town Takeover Season 3House of KnivesLove Yurts Season 2Spaghetti Conquest
And for pet lovers everywhere, tune in to Puppy Bowl XXI, the ultimate feel-good adoption event, premiering July 5 on Max.
Celebrate July with Your Favorite Classics
Whether you’re marking U.S. Independence Day or simply in the mood for iconic series, Max delivers with must-watch favorites like:
VeepSuccessionSmartLess: On The Road
Friends
The Big Bang Theory
Veep
Succession
SmartLess: On The Road
There’s something for every mood, from laugh-out-loud sitcoms to sharp political satire and captivating drama.
Stream All This and More — Only on Max
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Your next binge-worthy obsession is just a click away — only on Max!
Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. is expanding its subscribers’ binge-watching options by bringing Max — the brand-new streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery—right at the fingertips of subscribers.
As a special treat, subscribers of Smart Postpaid Plans 999 and above can enjoy a three-month subscription to the Max Mobile plan included in their Postpaid plan. With Max, fans will be able to enjoy blockbusters, groundbreaking series, iconic hits, real-life stories and family favorites from HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Cartoon Network, Warner Bros. and Discovery.
“In line with our focus on enriching our subscribers’ lifestyles with the best mobile experiences, we are happy to collaborate with Max as its Philippine telco partner so more Filipinos can stream what they want when they want it, powered by Smart 5G,” said Kristine A. Go, Senior Vice President for Smart Consumer Wireless Business.
How to redeem your Max subscription with Smart
Smart Postpaid customers subscribing to Smart Postpaid Plans 999 and up can enjoy a three-month subscription to the Max Mobile plan included with their Postpaid plan (worth a total of P447).
To redeem their three-month subscription to the Max Mobile plan, eligible Smart Postpaid subscribers will receive an official message from Smart Postpaid, guiding them to create or log into their Max account and input a voucher code via Max.com/redeem. A final confirmation screen will be shown with information on their account and plan with a prompt that they can start streaming.
Smart subscribers may stream Max on their mobile device – whether a smartphone or tablet – while on the go. They also have the option to save up to 15 downloads with Standard HD video resolution.
The Max mobile app is available for download on the Apple Store and Google Play Store.
Welcome to Max
With Max on their smartphones, subscribers can enjoy iconic brands including HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Cartoon Network and Max Originals, Hollywood blockbusters, as well as can’t-miss real-life programming from Discovery, TLC, AFN, Food Network, ID, HGTV and more.
Home of HBO Originals, Dune: Prophecy premiered on November 19, starring Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May and Mark Strong. From the expansive universe of Dune, created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, and 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, Dune: Prophecy follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind, and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.
Max is the entertainment destination for audiences in the region, featuring culture defining programming including Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Friends, The Last of Us, The Penguin and The White Lotus.
Max Original adult animation Creature Commandos, the first series out of the new DC Universe under James Gunn and Peter Safran has also recently premiered on Max on December 5.
Reality competition, Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking featuring fantastical edible creations, hosted by James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley) is also available on Max. Fans of Discovery, TLC, AFN, Food Network, Investigation Discovery and HGTV’s real-life programming can look forward to streaming Deadliest Catch, Gold Rush, Naked and Afraid, 90 Day Fiancé, Dr. Pimple Popper and Property Brothers.
Featuring the best of Hollywood movies from some of the biggest studios including Warner Bros., Paramount and NBCUniversal, subscribers can enjoy the complete Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings movie collections, as well as Oppenheimer, Fast X, The Fall Guy, Despicable Me 4, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Expend4bles, IF, Trolls Band Together, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and many more blockbusters.
With Max’s extensive kids offering, families will be able to stream Batwheels, LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising, Grizzy and the Lemmings: World Tour as well as everyone’s favorite purple dinosaur in Barney’s World.
Learn more about the Max subscription that is included with Smart Postpaid by visiting smart.com/Max.
To sign up for a Smart Postpaid Plan that suits your lifestyle, visit smart.com.ph/Postpaid or head to the nearest Smart Store.
