Max is coming to Australia next month.
Warner Bros. Discovery’s premium streaming service officially launches on Monday, March 31, bringing a wide range of content from HBO, Warner Bros., the DC Universe, Discovery, and more.
As part of a new partnership, Foxtel Group will be a key launch partner, meaning Max’s expanded content library will be available at no extra cost to Foxtel’s 1.4 million residential subscribers. The Max app will also seamlessly integrate with Hubbl for easy access.
Foxtel Group and Warner Bros. Discovery have confirmed an evolved partnership for 2025 and beyond, with Foxtel Group as a key launch partner. That means Max’s expanded content slate will be available at no extra cost to Foxtel’s 1.4 million residential subscribers. The Max app will also integrate seamlessly with Hubbl, making access even easier.
JB Perrette, CEO and President of Global Streaming and Games at WBD, calls the Aussie launch a major play:
“We’ve been clear that the globalisation of Max is a top priority, and Australia represents one of our biggest new markets and a significant opportunity to delight even more fans with the incredible stories told by our iconic brands. Combining an unrivalled breadth of high-quality content, legendary franchises and a strong product experience, Australians can look forward to the highest-calibre streaming proposition from March 31.”
Michael Brooks, General Manager of WBD Australia and New Zealand, adds:
“WBD has a long history in Australia, and we know our world-class content from HBO, Warner Bros., Discovery and more is incredibly popular with audiences here. We have a clear strategy to maximise reach through our direct-to-consumer app and distribution partnerships, and our collaboration with Foxtel at launch is a testament to that. We can’t wait for fans across the country to experience Max.”
Max is bringing some of the biggest names in entertainment under one roof. Expect HBO heavy-hitters like “The Last of Us”, “And Just Like That…,” “House of the Dragon”, “Euphoria”, and “Peacemaker”, alongside new buzzworthy titles including “It: Welcome to Derry” and “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms”, the latest “Game of Thrones” spinoff.
Movie lovers can stream Warner Bros. Pictures blockbusters like “Barbie”, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”, and “Twisters”, as well as iconic franchises such as “Harry Potter”, “The Lord of the Rings”, and “the DC Universe”.
For binge-watchers, classics and reality gold are covered too, from “Friends”, “The Big Bang Theory”, and “Rick and Morty” to top-tier factual and lifestyle picks like “90 Day Fiancé” and “Outback Opal Hunters”.
Hilary Perchard, Chief Executive of Foxtel Retail and Hubbl, highlights the significance of the partnership:
This renewed collaboration confirms our position as a partner of choice for the world’s largest entertainment studios who seek scale and reach for their premium entertainment content. We have always said optionality is central to our long-standing partnership. The strength of our products and much-loved brands means that we have been able to innovate and evolve our partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery in a unique model that enables mutual growth.”
Max will be available via www.max.com, app stores like Apple and Google Play, and on all major devices—mobile, tablet, gaming consoles, and connected TVs like Hubbl.
Multiple subscription tiers, including premium, standard, and ad-supported options, will be available at launch, with more details on pricing and features dropping closer to release.
For updates, head to www.max.com.