Breaking News!! HBO Max is coming to Australia.
The news came from Warner Bros Media (WBM). The service is expected to launch on 31st March 2025.
It was a long time coming, from 2015, when Netflix entered Australia. HBO Max has already user’s attention with its content like Succession, House of Dragons, Hacks, The Last of Us, and The Sopranos.
April is an important month with so many prequels and sequels releasing. Aussies who were feeling left out with The White Lotus season 3, would be able to catch up in no time.
HBO Max Content Library
Time to rejoice for DC Marvel, Warner Bros, Harry Potter, and Discovery fans. Because all the content will be available in the Max Australia library.
Besides the sea of remarkable content, Aussie will be able to watch the recent cinematic releases Barbie, Beetlejuice, Twister, and Babygirl on the service.
Did you know Max is the home for Studio Ghibli content? And who wouldn’t want to binge-watch Lord of the Rings, The Big Bang Theory, Rick and Morty, and FRIENDS, again!
We all have been devastated over the departure of our beloved series FRIENDS from Netflix.
What is HBO Max and Can You Watch it in Australia?
We can finally say yes! HBO Max is available to watch in Australia without jumping hoops for getting a VPN and using US prepaid cards for subscriptions.
An extra good news for Foxtel subscribers. The streaming service had a special collaboration for the launch. Foxtel users can watch the service at no extra cost.
HBO Max also has an introductory launch deal that remains active until April 30, 2025. Users can stream with the introductory plan for the next 12 months.
Prices and Plans OF HBO MAX
HBO Max has it special introductory launch offer for Aussies. You can avail the reduced prices on plans for the whole year if subscribed before April 30, 2025. Here is the breakdown of plans:
- Basic With Ads Plan: $7.99 per month/ $79.99 for the year (launch price for the first year.
- Standard Plan: $11.99 per month/ $119.99 for the year (launch price for the first year.
- Premium Plan: $17.99 per month/ $179.99 for the year (launch price for the first year.
Disclaimer: These prices are part of the launch celebrations. These remain unchanged for the first 12 months only.
Devices You Can Watch HBO Max On
Here’s a list of devices you can use to watch HBO Max:
- Android and iOS
- Windows and Mac
- Android TV
- Apple TV
- Amazon Fire devices
- Roku
- PlayStation
- Xbox
- Google Chromecast
- Samsung Smart TV
- LG Smart TV
- Vizio Smart TV
- Sony Smart TV
You’re more than likely to have at least one of these— that’s all it takes to watch HBO Max.
Next Up – How to download the HBO Max app in Australia on different devices.
How to Download the HBO Max App in Australia?
How to Get HBO Max in Australia on Windows and Mac?
If you are looking to watch HBO Max on your laptop or PC (Windows/Mac) in Australia, there is no need to download the app since you can stream it on Max’s official website through an internet browser.
However, before accessing HBO Max, make sure that you are connected to the US server using a VPN and that your location is off.
How to Get HBO Max in Australia on iPhone/iPad?
Here’s how you can download the HBO Max app in Australia on your iPhone/iPad:
- First, go to “Settings” on your iPhone/iPad, and click on your profile.
- Now tap on “Media & Purchases”, then tap on “View Account”. It will ask for your “Passcode” or “Touch ID” for verification. Enter your “Passcode” or “Touch ID”.
- Now tap on “Country/Region” → “Change Country or Region”, then select the Australia as your country.
- Once you select the Australia, the “Terms and Conditions” page will open. Select “Agree” to proceed.
- Now enter all the required details. Enter your post code.
- Now enter “Done” and wait for the process.
- Once the process is complete, go to the App Store and download the HBO Max app.
- After downloading the Max app start watching!
How to Download HBO Max in Australia on Android Devices?
Here’s how to download the HBO Max app in Australia on your Android smartphones, tablets, and TVs:
- Go to Play Store app and tap on the 3 bars located on the top left of the screen.
- Go to the “Account” section where you will find your name and country.
- Now select the Australia as your country and enter all the required details.
- Download the Max app and start streaming in Australia.
How to Download HBO Max in Australia on Amazon Firestick/Fire TV?
- Visit the Amazon website and log in to your existing account.
- Now click on the “Accounts & Lists” option and then click on “Your Accounts and Content”
- Now select your region, Australia.
- Connect your Amazon Firestick device with your TV and then click on “Settings”.
- Log out or deregister your account and then sign in again.
- Now download the HBO Max app from the App Store.
- Open the Max app and start watching.
Is HBO Max available in Australia?
As of March 2025, HBO Max is now available in Australia. Now you can watch all the Max Original and Warner Bros content in Australia.
How to Watch HBO Max on Foxtel in Australia?
You can watch HBO Max with Foxtel Australia. This came with the recent launch and collaboration of HBO Max in Austrlia. The Foxtel subscribers can watch HBO Max without any additional charges.
How to sign up for Foxtel Now
To get started, you’ll first need to visit Foxtel Now’s website. Then select the pricing plan that suits your budget. After you’ve done that, follow the steps below for the setup.
- Click on the free trial.
- Sign up for their service once you’ve added the necessary details.
- You’ll receive a verification code on your phone. Add it to the website and then click on validate.
- Click on continue.
- Enter your payment details and agree to their terms and conditions.
- Click on sign me up to start binging on Foxtel.
HBO Max Must-Watch: Best TV Shows and Movies
When the tagline says, “Where HBO meets so much more”, trust me, they’re right. Here are my recommendations for must-watch HBO Max shows and movies:
- House of Dragons
- The White Lotus
- The Leftovers
- Succession
- The Last Of US
- Rain Dogs
- Euphoria
- And Just Like That
- Julia
- Tokyo Vice
- The Rehearsals
- Our Flag Means Death
- Starstruck
- Barry
- The Wire
- When No One Sees Us
- Celtics City
- The Pitt
- The Righteous Gemstones
- Somebody Somewhere
- Dune: Prophecy
- Like Water for Chocolate
- The Sex Life of College Girls
- The Franchise
- The Penguin
- Chimp Crazy
- Industry
- House of Dragons
- The Sopranos
- Hacks
- The Sympathizer
- Conan O’Brien Must Go
- True Detective: Night Country
- Curb Your Enthusiasm
- The Gilded Age
- The Other Two
- The Batman
- Harry Potter
- Joker
- Silicon Valley
- Deadpool 2
- Wonder Woman 1984
- Justice League Snyder’s Cut
- Suicide Squad
Just like the theme of Westworld, HBO Max has more than what meets the eye. It has got a list of stellar titles, and original and industry-content, that HBO Max Australia friends don’t want to miss out on.
Difference Between HBO and HBO Max
HBO and HBO Max are streaming services that offer various shows. But in comparison, HBO Max has more exclusives and licensed originals than HBO.
Max offers all your favorite shows on-demand along with tons of titles from other producers. These include CNN, TNT, TBS, Turner Classic Movies, Cartoon Network, TruTv, and many more.
Here are SOME of the exclusives.
- Love Life
- Doom Patrol
- Search Party
- Adventure Time Distant Lands: BMO
- Adventure Time Distant Lands: Obsidian
- Close Enough
- An American Pickle
- The Fungies
and many many more…
Has Discovery Plus Been Turned into Max?
Despite collaborating with HBO Max, Discovery+ will retain its independence as a separate and cost-effective streaming video service.
It’s important to highlight that the recently launched Max streaming platform will only include a portion of Discovery’s content.
Specifically, it will mainly focus on episodes from well-known Discovery channels like TLC, Discovery, Magnolia Network, Food Network, ID, and HGTV.
For those interested in exploring the entirety of Discovery’s offerings instead of the limited content available on Max, utilizing a VPN to unblock Discovery Plus in Australia is a viable option.
Does HBO Max Offer a Free Trial?
No, HBO Max does not offer a free trial to its subscribers anymore.
Conclusion
Its time to stock on snacks and popcorn and get ready to subscribe. From April 1, we have some tough choices to make.
Either we will catch up on new shows like The White Lotus and Hacks or binge-watch the favorites FRIENDS and The Lord of Rings.
Besides, if you have subscription to Foxtel, you can watch HBO Max without any additional charges. It comes as a new ‘launch and collaboration’ perks.
All in all, 2025 is looking good with HBO Max finally coming to Australia.
