HBO Max makes its long-awaited launch in Aotearoa New Zealand. 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.

Updated 16 June 2026: HBO Max officially launched in New Zealand. Read through our coverage from the HBO Max launch at the Viaduct Events Centre in Auckland below.

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 also launched 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 on 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.

HBO Max launch event in New Zealand

Warner Bros. Discovery celebrated the launch of HBO Max in Aotearoa New Zealand last June 16, 2026 with an unforgettable waterfront event at Auckland’s Viaduct Events Centre. Bringing together HBO talent, local stars, influencers, fans and members of the New Zealand media industry, the HBO Max launch honoured the very best of storytelling and New Zealand culture.

With House of the Dragon’s Steve Toussaint in attendance, alongside Warner Bros. Discovery’s Managing Director ANZ Michael Brooks and APAC Streaming Lead Jason Monteiro the evening opened with a powerful pōwhiri performed by Te Whare Karioi.

Guests were immersed in HBO series and Warner Bros. films as images, videos and quotes filled the room. A curated menu showcased some of the country’s finest produce, themed to key HBO Max titles including The Sopranos, Harry Potter and The Pitt. Dishes were paired with a premium selection of local New Zealand wines.

The celebration continued with a standout live performance from award-winning musician Troy Kingi and band, who played tribute to the soundtrack from the Academy Award-winning film Sinners.

The launch event marked the official arrival of HBO Max in New Zealand on 16 June, offering audiences unprecedented access to a world-class library of content spanning HBO Originals, Warner Bros. films, DC, Max Originals and more—all in one place.

Check out the photos from the HBO Max launch event: