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Complete List of OTT Series Available on HBO Max (US)

This comprehensive list details the vast array of original and licensed series available on HBO Max in the United States. The list is categorized by genre for easy browsing and includes key information about each series, such as its premise, target audience, and critical acclaim. Please note that content availability can change; this list is current as of October 26, 2023.

Drama:

• Succession: (4 Seasons) A darkly comedic drama following the Roy family, owners of a global media and entertainment conglomerate, as they battle for control of the company amidst the failing health of their patriarch, Logan Roy. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Widely regarded as one of the best TV shows of all time, winning numerous Emmy Awards.

  

• The Last of Us: (1 Season, Renewed) A post-apocalyptic drama based on the acclaimed video game, following Joel, a hardened survivor tasked with smuggling Ellie, a young girl immune to the zombie-like infection, across a ravaged United States. Target Audience: Adults, Gamers; Critical Acclaim: Highly praised for its faithfulness to the source material and compelling performances.

• House of the Dragon: (1 Season, Renewed) A prequel to Game of Thrones, set 200 years before the events of the original series, focusing on the Targaryen dynasty at the height of its power and the Dance of the Dragons, a brutal civil war. Target Audience: Adults, Game of Thrones Fans; Critical Acclaim: A successful expansion of the Game of Thrones universe, praised for its visual spectacle and political intrigue.

• Game of Thrones: (8 Seasons) An epic fantasy drama about noble families fighting for control of the Iron Throne of Westeros, amidst threats from beyond the Wall and the return of dragons. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: A cultural phenomenon, known for its complex characters, intricate plotlines, and shocking twists.

• Euphoria: (2 Seasons, Renewed) A provocative drama following a group of high school students as they navigate love, sex, identity, trauma, and addiction. Target Audience: Young Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its bold storytelling, stunning visuals, and Zendaya’s Emmy-winning performance.

• Westworld: (4 Seasons) A dystopian science fiction Western about a technologically advanced amusement park populated by lifelike android “hosts,” where guests can indulge their darkest desires without consequence. Target Audience: Adults, Sci-Fi Fans; Critical Acclaim: Initially praised for its complex philosophical themes and visual effects, later seasons received mixed reviews.

• Perry Mason: (2 Seasons) A reimagining of the classic detective series, set in 1930s Los Angeles, focusing on the origin story of the iconic defense attorney. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its stylish production design and Matthew Rhys’ performance.

• Love & Death: (1 Season, Limited Series) A true crime drama based on the story of Candy Montgomery, a 1980s Texas housewife who was accused of murdering her friend with an axe. Target Audience: Adults, True Crime Fans; Critical Acclaim: Received mixed reviews, with some praising Elizabeth Olsen’s performance.

• The Undoing: (1 Season, Limited Series) A psychological thriller about a successful therapist whose life unravels after her husband becomes the prime suspect in a brutal murder. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its suspenseful plot and strong performances from Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant.

• Mare of Easttown: (1 Season, Limited Series) A crime drama about a small-town Pennsylvania detective investigating a local murder while grappling with her own personal demons. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Highly praised for its realistic portrayal of small-town life and Kate Winslet’s Emmy-winning performance.

• The Gilded Age: (2 Seasons) A historical drama set in 1880s New York City, exploring the clash between old money and new money during the Gilded Age. Target Audience: Adults, History Buffs; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its lavish production design and ensemble cast.

• Station Eleven: (1 Season, Limited Series) A post-apocalyptic drama based on the novel, following a group of survivors who rebuild society after a devastating flu pandemic. Target Audience: Adults, Sci-Fi Fans; Critical Acclaim: Highly praised for its hopeful message and unique storytelling.

• We Own This City: (1 Season, Limited Series) A crime drama based on the true story of the Baltimore Gun Trace Task Force, a corrupt unit within the Baltimore Police Department. Target Audience: Adults, True Crime Fans; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its realistic portrayal of police corruption.

• Tokyo Vice: (1 Season, Renewed) A crime drama based on the memoir of Jake Adelstein, an American journalist who becomes immersed in the Tokyo underworld in the 1990s. Target Audience: Adults, Crime Drama Fans; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its authentic depiction of Tokyo and its compelling characters.

• Warrior: (3 Seasons) A martial arts crime drama set in 1870s San Francisco’s Chinatown, following a martial arts prodigy who arrives from China and becomes entangled in the Tong wars. Target Audience: Adults, Martial Arts Fans; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its action choreography and representation of Chinese-American history.

• Gomorrah: (5 Seasons) An Italian crime drama set in Naples, focusing on the Camorra, a powerful Neapolitan mafia organization. Target Audience: Adults, Crime Drama Fans; Critical Acclaim: Widely regarded as one of the best crime dramas of all time, praised for its realism and gritty portrayal of organized crime.

• Raised by Wolves: (2 Seasons) A science fiction drama about two androids tasked with raising human children on a mysterious planet after Earth is destroyed by a great war. Target Audience: Adults, Sci-Fi Fans; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its ambitious storytelling and visual effects, but cancelled after two seasons.

• His Dark Materials: (3 Seasons) A fantasy drama based on the novel trilogy by Philip Pullman, following Lyra Belacqua, a young girl who embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth about her world. Target Audience: Young Adults, Fantasy Fans; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its faithful adaptation and strong performances.

• The Nevers: (1 Season, Cancelled) A science fiction drama set in Victorian London, following a group of women who suddenly manifest unusual abilities. Target Audience: Adults, Sci-Fi Fans; Critical Acclaim: Received mixed reviews and was cancelled after one season.

Comedy:

• Hacks: (3 Seasons) A comedy-drama about a legendary Las Vegas comedian who reluctantly mentors a young, struggling comedy writer. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Highly praised for its sharp writing and the performances of Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder.

• Curb Your Enthusiasm: (12 Seasons) A comedy series starring Larry David as a semi-retired television writer and producer living in Los Angeles, depicting his everyday life and social faux pas. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: A long-running and critically acclaimed comedy series known for its improvisational style.

• Barry: (4 Seasons) A dark comedy about a hitman from the Midwest who travels to Los Angeles to kill someone and ends up joining an acting class. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Highly praised for its dark humor, unpredictable plot, and Bill Hader’s performance.

• The Righteous Gemstones: (3 Seasons) A comedy series about a family of televangelists who live lavish lifestyles while preaching the gospel. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its satirical humor and ensemble cast.

• Our Flag Means Death: (2 Seasons) A historical comedy series loosely based on the life of Stede Bonnet, an aristocratic landowner who abandoned his life to become a pirate. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its humor, heart, and LGBTQ+ representation.

• Somebody Somewhere: (2 Seasons) A comedy-drama about a woman in her 40s who returns to her hometown in Kansas and rediscovers her passion for singing. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its heartwarming story and Bridget Everett’s performance.

• A Black Lady Sketch Show: (4 Seasons) A sketch comedy series featuring a cast of Black women performing a variety of comedic skits. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its originality, humor, and representation.

• Minx: (2 Seasons) A comedy series about a young feminist writer in 1970s Los Angeles who teams up with a low-rent publisher to create the first erotic magazine for women. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its humor and depiction of the 1970s.

• Search Party: (5 Seasons) A dark comedy about a group of self-absorbed millennials who become embroiled in a mystery when a former college acquaintance goes missing. Target Audience: Young Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its dark humor and satirical take on millennial culture.

• Los Espookys: (2 Seasons) A Spanish-language comedy series about a group of friends who start a business providing horror-themed services in a small Latin American town. Target Audience: Adults; Critical Acclaim: Praised for its originality and humor.

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