5 shows and series to watch on HBO Max in May 2023
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For HBO viewers, not only will May see the debut of Max, the combined streaming service that brings together HBO Max and Discovery+, you'll also be able to check out several fantastic series coming to the soon-to-be-revamped platform for May.
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From a brand new season of "The Other Two," the hit series about siblings of a famous teen, to the debut of original adult animation series "Unicorn: Warriors Eternal," there's plenty to check out this month, all of which will still be available on Max when the transition happens on May 23. Until then, learn more about what's coming to HBO Max in May.
'White House Plumbers'
Premiere: May 1
Starring Woody Harrelson, Lena Headey, Justin Theroux, Domnhall Gleeson and Judy Greer, "White House Plumbers" is the story of E. Howard Hunt (Harrelson) and G. Gordon Liddy (Theroux), the political operatives whose attempts to stifle information coming out of the White House accidentally kickstarted the Watergate scandal. The limited series is based on the book "Integrity" by Egil Krogh and Matthew Krogh. New episodes of the five-part series will debut on Mondays.
'The Other Two' season 3
Premiere: May 4
"The Other Two," a critically acclaimed comedy series about the older siblings of a teen star, returns this May for its third season. Molly Shannon stars as the mother of Chase Dubek (Case Walker), a teenage internet sensation whose older siblings Brooke (Heléne Yorke) and Cary (Drew Tarver), the other two Dubek kids, are forced to figure out their paths around and through their brother's fame. The third season of the series is set to debut May 4, with Wanda Sykes, Josh Segarra and Brandon Scott Jones appearing in recurring roles.
'Unicorn: Warriors Eternal'
Premiere: May 5
Adult Swim series "Unicorn: Warriors Eternal" debuts this month, bringing the story of Unicorn, a group of powerful adult heroes who are mistakenly brought back to life as teenagers. The show stars Hazel Doupe as Melinda, a sorceress, Demari Hunte as Seng, a powerful monk, and Tom Milligan as Eldred, an elven warrior. The series premieres on Adult Swim first, so you'll be able to catch new episodes the day after they debut on HBO Max.
'Spy/Master'
Premiere: May 19
Also on the docket this month is Max Original "Spy/Master," a Cold War drama series that follows a KGB agent working in Germany, who risks blowing his cover as he is drawn into an increasingly dangerous web of intrigue. The series stars Parker Sawyer, Aidan McArdle, Ana Ularu and more.
'Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai'
Premiere: May 23
1984's cult classic "Gremlins" is getting an origin story in "Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai." The brand new animated series functions as a prequel, exploring the fateful meeting of Sam Wing (Izaac Wang) and Gizmo the Mogwai. The story takes Sam and his friend Elle (Gabrielle Neveah Green) on a journey through China, learning more about Gizmo, the Mogwai and other fantastical creatures.
How can you sign up for HBO Max?
HBO Max is rebranding to Max starting May 23. It will remain home to all HBO original movies and series, as well as a library of popular films and shows, including "The Last of Us" and "Succession," as well as Discovery+ series. You can sign up for Max on its own and access it through HBO’s website, or download the app to supported devices through your TV, digital or mobile provider. A standalone Max subscription starts at $9.99/month or $99.99/year for the Ad-Lite tier. To get the ad-free tier, you'll pay $15.99/month, or $149.99/year. There is also a third "Ultimate Ad-Free" tier that will be available starting May 23, which will cost $19.99 per month.
Max is home to HBO content and series such as "Insecure," "Watchmen," "Succession" and "The Last of Us." The platform hosts movies, series and documentaries from many other sources, from films like "Howl’s Moving Castle," "The Matrix" and the Lord of the Rings trilogy to series like "Doctor Who," "Steven Universe" and many more.
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