HBO Max is finally making its long-awaited launch in Aotearoa New Zealand this June. The streaming service is the new home for HBO and Max Original series and films in this country, from “House of the Dragon” to the upcoming “Harry Potter” series. Read our official guide to learn more about HBO Max in New Zealand, including prices and the titles you can watch out for soon.

What is HBO Max?

HBO Max is the global streaming platform from Warner Bros. Discovery and the destination for entertainment brands such as HBO, Warner Bros., Max, and DC. It is launching in New Zealand on 16 June 2026.

The streaming service will also launch in the Cook Islands and Tokelau at the same time, with plans and pricing mirroring those in New Zealand.

What shows and movies can you watch in HBO Max in NZ?

HBO Max will be slowly rolling out its HBO and Max Original series throughout the year. We can confirm that the third season of “House of the Dragon” (premiering 22 June), DC Studios’ “Lanterns” (premiering August), and “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” series (premiering December) are all arriving.

For its New Zealand launch, local subscribers can stream titles such as “The Last of Us”, “Sinners”, “Euphoria”, “The Pitt”, “One Battle After Another”, “Friends”, “The Big Bang Theory”, and “Rick and Morty”, among many others.

How much does HBO Max cost in NZ?

There are two plan tiers for HBO Max in New Zealand: the Standard Plan and the Premium Plan. A special introductory promotional offer applies to both plans for subscribers who sign up by 16 July 2026.

Standard Plan

Launch price: $10.99/month for the first six months, or $109.99 for the first year
Regular price (after promotion): $15.99/month or $159.99/year
Stream on 2 devices simultaneously
Full HD 1080p resolution
Up to 30 downloads for offline viewing

Premium Plan

Launch price: $15.99/month for the first six months, or $159.99 for the first year
Regular price (after promotion): $20.99/month or $209.99/year
Stream on up to 4 devices simultaneously
Full HD or 4K resolution with Dolby Atmos sound (where available)
Up to 100 downloads for offline viewing (limits apply)

Both plans include the same full title library and ad-free viewing experience.

On which devices can you watch HBO Max?

HBO Max is available across a wide range of devices, including:

Smartphones and tablets (iOS and Android)
Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, and others)
Computers (via web browser)
Streaming players (Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku)
Game consoles (PlayStation, Xbox)

How to subscribe to HBO Max in New Zealand?

You can subscribe to HBO Max in New Zealand directly through hbomax.com, or through Apple and Google. Apple Pre-order and Google Pre-registration are now open. Visit hbomax.com for further information and to sign up for updates about HBO Max.