Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) will launch HBO Max as a direct-to‑consumer streaming service in Aotearoa New Zealand, available from mid-2026.
Following the successful launch in Australia in 2025, as well as Germany and Italy so far in 2026 and the UK and Ireland scheduled for next month, the New Zealand direct-to-consumer launch is part of the next wave of HBO Max’s global rollout.
HBO Max will bring New Zealand fans entertainment, including HBO series, Warner Bros. films, franchises, dramas, and a broad range of factual and lifestyle content, all in one destination.
James Gibbons APAC president at WBD said: “HBO Max is the home to some of the world’s most-watched content, including the iconic HBO, Warner Bros. and DC brands we know are hugely popular with New Zealanders. As we continue our global rollout, we are excited to bring more award-winning stories and franchises directly to fans across Aotearoa in one premium DTC offering.”
Michael Brooks managing director WBD Australia and New Zealand said: “Following our incredible 2025 launch in Australia – one of the fastest-growing SVODs in Australian history – the entire ANZ team is looking forward to doing it all again with New Zealand later this year. We are well underway with our New Zealand direct-to-consumer launch plans and are looking forward to sharing more details in the coming months.”
HBO Max subscribers enjoy: HBO Originals such as House of the Dragon, The White Lotus, Euphoria, Succession and True Detective; Max Originals including The Pitt and And Just Like That…: Warner Bros.’ movies, including One Battle After Another and Sinners; Franchises including the DC Universe, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones; Factual and lifestyle content such as Outback Opal Hunters, Deadliest Catch and 90-Day Fiancé.
