What’s New On Max This May 2025

May 2025 brings a thrilling lineup to Max, blending high-stakes drama, star-studded films, and nostalgic documentaries. From the Max Original crime thriller Duster to the HBO Original film Mountainhead and the heartfelt Pee-wee as Himself, the month is packed with must-watch content. Add new seasons of And Just Like That…, Conan O’Brien Must Go, 100 Foot Wave, and A24’s Academy Award-winning The Brutalist, and Max is set to dominate spring streaming. Here’s a deep dive into what’s new, drawing from Warner Bros. Discovery’s announcements and fan buzz on X.

Series Premieres and Returning Seasons

Duster (May 15)

The Max Original drama Duster debuts Thursday, May 15, at 9:00 p.m. ET, with eight weekly episodes. Set in the 1970s Southwest, this crime thriller follows a gutsy getaway driver (Josh Holloway) whose life spirals as he works for a crime syndicate, clashing with a tenacious FBI agent (Rachel Hilson). Created by J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan, with Keith David and Camille Guaty in the cast, it’s a retro ride with car chases and CB radio vibes, per HBO Watch. Abrams told THR, “Josh’s wry swagger and vulnerability make him perfect,” while Morgan leaned into the era’s “car culture and music.” X posts like @NoReruns hype its “wildly dangerous” stakes.

Conan O’Brien Must Go: Season 2 (May 8)

Conan O’Brien returns with Season 2 of his riotous travel series, debuting May 8 with three weekly episodes. The Max Original follows the comedian exploring global cultures and connecting with podcast fans, visiting New Zealand, Austria, and Spain, per The Direct. Produced by Conaco, with O’Brien and Jeff Ross as executive producers, it’s a quirky blend of humor and heart. Season 1’s Norway-to-Thailand jaunts earned praise, and X’s @StreamOnMax calls it “same Conan, new countries,” boosting anticipation.

And Just Like That…: Season 3 (May 29)

The Max Original comedy And Just Like That… Season 3 premieres May 29, with 12 weekly episodes. Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, and Kristin Davis reprise their roles as Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte, navigating love and friendship in their 50s, joined by Sarita Choudhury and Nicole Ari Parker. Michael Patrick King executive produces, with the companion podcast diving into storylines and fashion, per Warner Bros. Discovery. After Season 2’s 50% Rotten Tomatoes score, fans on X, like @GiveMeMyRemote, are eager for more NYC drama.

100 Foot Wave: Season 3 (May 1)

The HBO Original documentary 100 Foot Wave Season 3 kicks off May 1 at 9:00 p.m. ET, with five weekly episodes. Following big-wave surfers like Garrett McNamara and Justine DuPont, it expands from Nazaré, Portugal, to new spots like Cortes Bank and O’ahu’s Eddie Aikau Invitational, per Warner Bros. Discovery. Directed by Chris Smith, it captures the sport’s highs and lows, earning an 88% Rotten Tomatoes score for past seasons. X posts, like @NoReruns, call it “adrenaline-filled,” signaling strong fan excitement.

Film Premieres

Mountainhead (May 31)

The HBO Original film Mountainhead premieres May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET, marking Jesse Armstrong’s first project since Succession. Set against a global crisis, it follows billionaire friends led by Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef, and Cory Michael Smith, per Variety. Shot in Park City, Utah, with Armstrong writing and directing, it promises sharp satire. X buzz, like @NoReruns, hails its “billionaire drama,” expecting Succession-style wit.

The Brutalist (May 16)

A24’s Academy Award-winning The Brutalist debuts May 16, starring Adrien Brody as László Toth, a visionary architect rebuilding his life in post-war America. Directed by Brady Corbet, with Felicity Jones and Guy Pearce, it explores ambition and sacrifice, earning a 96% Rotten Tomatoes score, per BGR. Grossing $12 million on a $10 million budget, it’s a critical darling. X posts, like @NoReruns, praise its “epic scope,” making it a highlight.

Adult Best Friends (May 2)

Before the Door Pictures’ Adult Best Friends premieres May 2, a dramedy about lifelong friends Katie and Delaney (Delaney Buffett, Katie Corwin) facing diverging paths in their 30s. With Zachary Quinto and Mason Gooding, directed by Buffett, it’s a nostalgic trip tackling change, per BGR. Its indie vibe adds variety to May’s slate, with X buzz from @StreamOnMax noting its “heartfelt” appeal.

Documentary Spotlight

Pee-wee as Himself (May 23)

The HBO Original two-part documentary Pee-wee as Himself debuts May 23 at 8:00 p.m. ET, offering a definitive look at Paul Reubens, the man behind Pee-wee Herman. Directed by Matt Wolf, it uses a soul-baring interview to explore Reubens’ circus and theater roots, per Warner Bros. Discovery. Announced in 2021, it’s one of Reubens’ final appearances before his 2023 passing, per The Direct. X posts, like @NoReruns, call it a “nostalgic must-watch.”

Additional May Highlights

Max’s May slate includes classics like The Shining, Inception, and The Princess Bride (May 1), plus family-friendly Madagascar trilogy, per Warner Bros. Discovery. Sports fans get NBA and NHL Playoffs, MLB, NASCAR, and Roland Garros tennis, with select plans offering live coverage. AEW wrestling, including Double or Nothing, adds weekly action. X buzz from @StreamOnMax highlights the “diverse” offerings, from sports to films.

TITLES COMING TO MAX IN MAY
*This list may not be comprehensive and is subject to change

May 1
100 Foot Wave, Season 3 (HBO Original)
A Haunted House (2013)
A Haunted House 2 (2014)
A Private War (2018)
Badman’s Country (1958)
Barricade (1950)
Broadway Melody of 1940 (1940)
Carson City (1952)
Chronicle (2012)
Chronicle: Director’s Cut (2012)
Dallas (1950)
Dylan’s Playtime Adventures, Season 1B (Max Original)
Enter The Dragon (1973)
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Fort Dobbs (1958)
Fort Worth (1951)
Funny People (2009)
Hannibal (2001)
In the Fade (2017)
Inception (2010)
Legend of the Guardians The Owls of Ga’Hoole (2010)
Lone Star (1952)
Lost River (2015)
Madagascar (2005)
Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted (2012)
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)
Megan Leavey (2017)
Notting Hill (1999)
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985)
Rachel and the Stranger (1948)
Rancho Notorious (1952)
Red Tails (2012)
Ride, Vaquero! (1953)
Riding Shotgun (1954)
Rocky Mountain (1950)
Royal Wedding (1951)
San Antonio (1945)
Santa Fe Trail (1940)
Shoot-Out at Medicine Bend (1957)
Son of Belle Starr (1953)
Son of the Mask (2005)
Springfield Rifle (1952)
Stars in My Crown (1950)
Tall in the Saddle (1944)
Tall Man Riding (1955)
The Band Wagon (1953)
The Bounty Hunter (1954)
The First Texan (1956)
The Goonies (1985)
The Kissing Bandit (1948)
The Left-Handed Gun (1958)
The Man Behind the Gun (1953)
The Mortal Storm (1940)
The Naked Spur (1953)
The Oklahoma Kid (1939)
The Oklahoman (1957)
The Painted Hills (1951)
The Princess Bride (1987)
The Shining (1980)
The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
The Young Guns (1956)
They Died with Their Boots On (1941)
This Means War (2012)
This Means War: Extended Edition (2012)
Thunder Over the Plains (1953)
Trail Street (1947)
Vengeance Valley (1951)
Vivacious Lady (1938)
We Bought a Zoo (2011)
Westbound (1959)
Westward the Women (1951)
Wichita (1955)
Ziegfeld Girl (1941)

May 2
Adult Best Friends (2024)
Malditos, Season 1 (Max Original)
Teen Titans Go!, Season 9A (Cartoon Network)

May 3
Ready Player One (2018)

May 6
Fareed Zakaria: The War on Government (CNN)
Talking Pictures Podcast – Special Video Episode with Eli Roth Recorded At TCM Classic Film Festival
The Playboy Murders, Season 3 (ID)
Toxic, Season 1 (ID)

May 8
Conan O’Brien Must Go, Season 2 (Max Original)

May 9
Bloody Trophy (Krwawe Trofeum) (Max Original)
The Whale (A24, 2022)

May 11
Delicious Miss Brown, Season 10 (Food Network)
The Bakersfield 3: A Tale of Murder and Motherhood, Season 1 (ID)

May 12
Where the Crawdads Sing (2022)

May 13
Betting on Paradise, Season 1 (HGTV)
Contraband: Seized at the Border, Season 6 (Discovery)
Dream Destination: A Surprise Trip, Season 1 (discovery+)

May 14
Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out, Season 1 (Food Network)
Mini Reni, Season 1 (Magnolia Network)

May 15
Duster, Season 1 (Max Original)
Mermicorno: Starfall, Season 2 (Max Original)
United States of Scandal with Jake Tapper, Season 2 (CNN Original)

May 16
The Brutalist (A24)

May 17
Bugs Bunny Builders, Season 2E (Cartoon Network)

May 18
Love & Marriage: Detroit, Season 2 (OWN)
Say Yes to the Dress, Season 21 (TLC)

May 19
American Monster: Abuse of Power, Season 1 (ID)

May 20
Kong: Skull Island (2017)

May 21
Homicide Hunter: American Detective, Season 5 (ID)

May 22
Expedition Files, Season 2 (Discovery)

May 23
Pee-wee as Himself (HBO Original)
Restoring Galveston, Season 7 (Magnolia Network)
Silly Sundays, Season 1B (Cartoon Network)

May 25
Say Yes To The Dress With Tan France, Season 1 (TLC)

May 28
Down Home Fab, Season 3 (HGTV)

May 29
And Just Like That…, Season 3 (Max Original)

May 31
Mountainhead (HBO Original)